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Author Archives: Capt. Wilson Sheppard

Time for a Change

Capt. Wilson SheppardSeptember 1, 2014 — No Comments ↓

A variety of boat systems rely on fluids for cooling, igniting, lubricating and pressurizing their components. When the fluids lose their chemical potency, they need Continue reading →

Posted in DIY | What Do You Think

Debunking Your Trailer

Capt. Wilson SheppardJuly 1, 2014 — 1 Comment ↓

Over the last several months, I have had my 16-foot Duffield off its trailer for various projects. It seems the boat spends more time on Continue reading →

Posted in DIY | 1 Reply

Made for Shade

Capt. Wilson SheppardMay 1, 2014 — No Comments ↓

If there is any place that has experience with sunshine, it is definitely The Bahamas. The island chain is a world-renowned vacation spot boasting year-round Continue reading →

Posted in DIY | What Do You Think

Don’t Forget to Flush

Capt. Wilson SheppardApril 1, 2014 — 1 Comment ↓

There are two rooms on a boat that should always have plumbing for proper flushing — the head and the engine room. While not flushing Continue reading →

Posted in DIY | 1 Reply

A Better Bottom

Capt. Wilson SheppardMarch 1, 2014 — No Comments ↓

There is literally an A-to-Z (algae-to-zebra mussels) assortment of marine life waiting to make the bottom of your boat its home, which is why antifouling Continue reading →

Posted in DIY | What Do You Think

Separation Anxiety

Capt. Wilson SheppardFebruary 1, 2014 — No Comments ↓

Break-ups are always hard, but it is time for my boat and trailer to part ways — at least, for the time being. I am Continue reading →

Posted in DIY | What Do You Think

Rub(rail) Your Boat the Right Way

Capt. Wilson SheppardJanuary 1, 2014 — No Comments ↓

For quite a while, my wife has patiently allowed my 16-foot-long Duffield project to take up half of our two-car garage. In a symbolic gesture Continue reading →

Posted in DIY | What Do You Think

Carpet Diem

Capt. Wilson SheppardSeptember 1, 2013 — No Comments ↓

If my 1979 express cruiser could talk, I’m sure we would have an incredible conversation. I’m especially interested in the stories that would explain the Continue reading →

Posted in DIY | What Do You Think

Filler Up

Capt. Wilson SheppardJuly 1, 2013 — No Comments ↓

Similar to putting off a visit to the dentist, avoiding corrective repairs to your boat can literally result in pain. For my wife, the pain Continue reading →

Posted in DIY | What Do You Think

Best Seat in the House

Capt. Wilson SheppardJune 1, 2013 — No Comments ↓

I believe one boater’s trash can be another boater’s treasure, so I never throw anything away. A few months ago, I replaced the helm seat Continue reading →

Posted in DIY | What Do You Think

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