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Author Archives: Frank Lanier

Chasing Down Corrosion

Frank LanierDecember 27, 2018 — No Comments ↓

The bronze underwater components on my boat — rudders, struts, prop — are showing major corrosion. It looks like the bonding system is also attached Continue reading →

Posted in AskTheExpert | What Do You Think

Stay Put

Frank LanierApril 27, 2017 — No Comments ↓

Whether a fisherman is trying to stay over a favorite spot or a ’toon commander is looking for the perfect anchorage for lunch, having the Continue reading →

Posted in Feature Stories | What Do You Think

Unwanted Dimming

Frank LanierFebruary 1, 2017 — No Comments ↓

I have a 2000 Rinker Fiesta Vee 310. My trouble is the cabin lights. The lights will shut off momentarily when we are using one Continue reading →

Posted in AskTheExpert | What Do You Think

Bunk Talk

Frank LanierDecember 22, 2016 — No Comments ↓

I have a Load Rite pontoon trailer, which was bought new for my 20-foot Premier pontoon boat. I’m just reading in my boat manual that Continue reading →

Posted in AskTheAttorney | What Do You Think

Choose Stainless Over Galvanized

Frank LanierDecember 22, 2016 — No Comments ↓

I have an aluminum trailer and I need to replace a lot of U-bolts. What type of bolts should I use: zinc plated, galvanized, or Continue reading →

Posted in AskTheExpert | What Do You Think

Sold on Safety

Frank LanierOctober 20, 2016 — No Comments ↓

I’m a safety conscious boater but also a bit frugal. How can I improve the safety of my family and crew without endangering my wallet? Continue reading →

Posted in AskTheExpert | What Do You Think

Going to the Well

Frank LanierMarch 3, 2016 — No Comments ↓

I bought a very good condition 1985 Champion Bass Boat. The problem is the livewells don’t work properly. If I let the livewells fill up Continue reading →

Posted in AskTheExpert | What Do You Think

Keeping Tabs on the Tabs

Frank LanierSeptember 3, 2015 — No Comments ↓

We have a 1992 24-foot Explorer Grady White. I find that it lists a lot in heavier waters. Our trim tabs don’t seem to solve Continue reading →

Posted in AskTheExpert | Tagged trim tab, trim tab help, trim tabs, trimming your boat | What Do You Think

Install a Rod Holder

Frank LanierApril 30, 2015 — No Comments ↓

Author: Frank Lanier While rod holders may not be considered critical deck hardware, it’s their absence at a critical moment that will make you fully Continue reading →

Posted in DIY | What Do You Think

Ready. Aim. Put out the Fire.

Frank LanierMarch 1, 2015 — No Comments ↓

Author: Frank Lanier When it comes to engine compartment fires, the most natural reaction is also the worst: lifting the hatch to see what’s going Continue reading →

Posted in DIY | What Do You Think

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