If you are relatively new to boating you may be confused about which type of boat engine is best - inboard motor or outboard motor.…
Reversing a single-engine inboard boat into a slip can be stressful. Follow these step-by-step instructions to learn how.
The unique challenges of the marine environment mean regular engine servicing is essential for any boat owner. Winter is the ideal time to do this, making next spring’s launch much less of a daunting task. Here are the six main areas which need annual checks or attention
Is your boat engine noisy and vibrating hard? In our boat engine soundproofing guide, we talk about why you should soundproof it and how you can do so.
The best way to winterize is to use it all year round. However, if you plan to store it for a long period, you should follow the following steps: Draining the engine of water, adding a fuel stabilizer,
When thinking about the care, maintenance and repair of sails it helps to have some understanding of the properties of the ever growing range of modern sailcloth and the fibres they are made from, as opposed to the traditional canvas sails of the past.
Unlock your boat's optimal speed with our hull speed calculator. Learn about hull speed, why it matters and how to calculate it for safer sailing.
Take a virtual tour of Blue Planet, a beautifully renovated sailing yacht that's perfect for exploring the waters of Hawaii.
Crispy 650 is an open motorboat of 6,5m roomy, light, sturdy, seaworthy, with a range of elegible engines to make sure your wallet won't sink purchasing it.
Essential Pre-Season Engine Safety Checks Before You go to Sea. Safety Checks
SAY (Sven Akermann Yachts) is a young, successful German company that has set itself the goal to develop and build spectacular yachts and boats that are unique in design, materials and workmanship. The SAY Power featured here, is a small carbon
Let's face it, when you think sailing, you don't immediately ponder up beautiful images of...diesel engines. Or do you?Forget the glitz and glam of breezy sails, wind in your hair, and sunshine on your face. Boat ownership also entails a fair amount of dirty work. And maintaining the engine is…
Enjoy the Art of Mortal Engines in a 60+ Concept Art Collection by Ian McQue. Ian is a concept artist/illustrator. He spent over 20 years working in the
Maximizing the performance of your boat is not just getting the right motor for your boat; many parameters play a big role in its performance.
American industrialist Henry Ford, the founder of the Ford Motor Company, developed and manufactured the first automobile that many middle class Americans could
Engine problems, and fuel problems in particular, are soooo frustrating to try to figure out. Tips and tricks that we've learned.
Training Guide Twin Engine Boat. GitHub Gist: instantly share code, notes, and snippets.
Small Engine Boat Labor Time Guide. GitHub Gist: instantly share code, notes, and snippets.
Move over Airstreams: The "VC10 caravan pod" is 13 feet long, can sleep four during road trips, and is already turning heads on the highway.
(March 18, 1858 – last seen alive September 29, 1913) "Rudolph Diesel invented an engine which bears his name, which was demonstrated to run...
Marine Diesel Basics - free illustrated checklists Take the guess work out of what needs to be done to keep the complete system in good condition. Share with friends and other sailors Maintenance #1 Maintenance Marine Diesel Engine & System #2 Schedule of Maintenance Marine Diesel Engine & System Winter #3 Indirect Cooled Engine ("fresh water cooled")
How to Repair a Lawn Mower Engine.: In this instructable I will show you how to repair a lawn mower engine, and how to finally kill those gremlins which have been lurching in its bowels. Of course there is now way I can tell you every single problem that could happen to your engine, s…
Someone once said success is failure turned inside out. So, while some might say our first sailboat crewing experience on a catamaran was a failure, we see it as a success and valuable lesson learned. It was one of those sailing experiences where nothing went right and everything was wrong. The only true and steady thing throughout this craziness was our optimistic attitudes. Our new friend Sheldon is an ASA sailing instructor and he just purchased a 2005 Lagoon 410 catamaran. It was sittin
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Airboats, also known as fan boats, are most commonly found in rivers, marshes and shallow waters along the Gulf Coast States in the USA. They…
Enjoy what's left of summer in complete luxury aboard the Antagonist Yacht ($TBA). This bespoke, 37ft cruiser is powered by dual, 370hp Yanmar diesel engines, which spin SS props for a top speed of 42 knots. There's plenty of high-end...
When it comes to finding the perfect Yamaha outboard motor for your boat, look no further than our selection of Yamaha outboard motors for sale near you. Cannons Marina is the area’s only 5-Star Yamaha Outboard Motor Dealer and Re-Power Specialist. Come experience the superior performance and reliability of new Yamaha boat motors at Cannons Marina, or give us a call at (941)-383-1311 to learn more about how we can elevate your boating experience.
Checklist for boat engine maintenance tasks and why you should never put them off. Deferred boat maintenance can endanger your boat and possibly your life.
Being a fan of the waters, I found the life expectancy of marine diesel engines an interesting topic to deeply research. I went on and on and I couldn’t stop discovering interesting facts.
