Drilling & Repairing Fiberglass
Learn the essential steps for drilling into fiberglass on your boat, whether installing equipment or making repairs. A Few Steps That Should Be Followed Fiberglass is light and it is durable — two important components for boat building. While many of the new models you will read about are made up of composites and use […]
Automatic Generator Starting
Explore the boat building mecca in Taiwan and learn about auto-starting generators for efficient battery charging. From The Masthead For those who don’t know it, Taiwan is a mecca for boat building and manufacturing of all sorts, everything from coffee pots and cookware to lathes and CNC routers are made here. As I drive and […]
Guard Against Disaster, Use Marine Parts
Onboard fires happen more than you’d think. Here’s what digging into the GEICO | BoatUS Marine Insurance claim files teaches us about preventing them. In shopping for replacement parts for your boat’s engine, you may discover an annoying price difference between “marine” parts and common automotive parts. The difference is due to small but important […]
Making Hatch Seals Watertight
Keeping the water out is essential for the safety, comfort, and well being of your boat. Maybe it’s time to check those weather seals. There are lots of openings on your boat where the water can get in. We all know about the ones below the waterline, but what about the ones we seldom think […]
Why You Should Use A Float Plan
When your day doesn’t go as planned — and you’re not back at the dock when expected — someone needs valuable info to send the cavalry. You’re a few miles from shore, wrapping up a few hours of fishing, when you turn the key to start the engine and hear “click.” Your battery is dead, […]
Winterization Resources
There’s work to do to ensure your boat makes it safely through the winter. BoatUS has your back with our comprehensive list of articles, checklists, and videos to ensure you don’t forget any important steps. There’s a nip in the air, a sure indication that winter is not far away. As the season winds down, […]
Winterizing Your Fuel System
Explore efficient fuel system winterization strategies for both gasoline and diesel, ensuring a smooth transition back to the water. From The Masthead The feature post will follow this note from author Steve D’Antonio. On Time “You’ll forget all about the boat being late a year from now”. It’s a comment I’ve heard on countless occasions, […]
Outboard Steering Options
When it comes to outboard steering systems, you have choices. Read on to learn what might be right for your boat and your wallet. Most boaters don’t pay a lot of attention to their outboard boat’s steering system until it causes problems. Of course, that’s not the best way to approach steering system maintenance and […]
How To Replace Your Engine’s Gearcase Lubricant
Changing your lower-unit lube every fall is a necessity to eliminate any water and shavings before putting your boat to bed. At least once a year, preferably when the season ends, you need to drag the drain pan out, buy some new lube, and spend half an hour draining and refilling the unit. Here’s why: […]
Rigging Portable Trolling Motors
Here’s how to install battery-powered electric trolling motors that can be easily removed for space and weight. Bow-mounted electric trolling motors are standard gear aboard fishing boats of all sizes and styles these days, and they are handy for use in many fresh- and saltwater fishing situations. The downside is the weight and space the […]
