

Your Boat Won't Shift
Your Boat Won't Shift, Now What?? You pull away from the dock and push the shifter. The boat never leaves idle speed. The shifter is not...


My Boat Won't Steer
Uh Oh, My Boat Won't Steer!! When you turn the wheel, the engine/outdrive doesn't turn. Or, it's frozen in place. Solution: Most likely,...


Your Trim is Stuck?
The Trim Is Stuck!!! You're back at the ramp, or ready to pull away from the beach, and the outdrive/outboard on your boat won't raise or...


Don't Run Out of Gas!
What's the No. 1 reason people call for towing assistance? Answer: They run out of gas. And while we know you're way too smart to do...


Cleaning Your Isinglass
It's "Maintenance Monday", and today we're discussing your boat's isinglass. Isinglass is a generic name for the clear vinyl windows on...


Seacock Maintenance
Give Your Boat's Seacocks Some Exercise Open and close your vessel's seacocks regularly. Besides an annual disassembly and lubrication,...


Easy Maintenance at Anchor
Easy Maintenance At Anchor While you’re at the sandbar or rafted with friends this weekend, dive overboard and inspect the boat’s...


The Importance of Zincs
The Importance of Zincs - A regular check of your zinc anodes for corrosion is an essential part of basic boat maintenance. While your...


Inhibit Corrosion On Your Boat
Inhibit Corrosion On Your Boat - Lube grease fittings and linkages every six months. Also spray the engine, fuse blocks and ground...


Keep Your Boat's Fuel Flowing
Keep Your Boat's Fuel Flowing - Check your boat's fuel filters visually, if you have a clear bowl, or by draining the contents into a...