No, That's a Svelte Belt
If a belt deflects too much under hand pressure between pulleys, either it needs replacement or the equipment needs to be repositioned...
Check Your Motor Mounts
In Area #1, make sure there is enough thread above and below the nuts on engine-mount studs to allow for future adjustment. Vibration and...
I Can See Clearly Now
We see this quite a bit, particularly on vessels more than 10 years old. Inspection bowls for filters and sea strainers can turn cloudy,...
There's Rising Water and a Sinking Feeling
You might notice that the bilge pump seems to be working overtime. Or you suddenly notice the boat feels heavy and seems to be filling...
My Motor is Vibrating
The faster you try to go, the worse the vibration is. You might also notice the engine racing, while the boat loses speed. Solution:...
Seven Deadly Sins of Boat Maintenance
It's "Maintenance Monday" and today we're addressing the 7 Deadly Sins of vessel maintenance. #1 deadly sin is “Procrastination and...
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...
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...
Seacock Maintenance
Give Your Boat's Seacocks Some Exercise Open and close your vessel's seacocks regularly. Besides an annual disassembly and lubrication,...
