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Selection Is Everything

Alan JonesDecember 22, 2016 — No Comments ↓

We sold a Sylvan Extreme 5 to a customer who had us put a Mercury Pro 300 on it, and we are wondering if you Continue reading →

Posted in AskTheExpert | What Do You Think

That Time of Year

Grid MichalDecember 22, 2016 — No Comments ↓

Today it’s 105 degrees and I’m thinking about winter. My 20-foot SeaFox stays on a boat lift year round, and I really need to start Continue reading →

Posted in AskTheExpert | What Do You Think

Fix the Wiring Mess

Grid MichalDecember 22, 2016 — No Comments ↓

Three times now I’ve left my pier, run the boat flawlessly to the bay to fish, and had to be towed back because the engine Continue reading →

Posted in AskTheExpert | 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

Fall Checklist

Grid MichalSeptember 6, 2016 — No Comments ↓

Last year, Grid Michal wrote an Engines column detailing the winterization process for outboards. If you’re planning to start that process soon, take a look Continue reading →

Posted in AskTheExpert | What Do You Think

Extinguisher Knowledge

Stephanie ShibataAugust 23, 2016 — 3 Comments ↓

Fire aboard a boat is an owner’s worst-case scenario, so fire preparedness is vital. Extinguishers are the first line of offense once a fire has Continue reading →

Posted in AskTheExpert | 3 Replies

Avoiding a Spun Hub

Grid MichalJune 27, 2016 — No Comments ↓

The Other day I was offshore in my fishing boat with a Yamaha outdrive. Suddenly I lost forward momentum, though the rpm picked up. Fortunately Continue reading →

Posted in AskTheExpert | What Do You Think

Avoid Saltwater Corrosion

Grid MichalJune 1, 2016 — No Comments ↓

Q: If I don’t have access to fresh water for flushing my outboard after each use, what’s the best way to avoid corrosion by salt Continue reading →

Posted in AskTheExpert | What Do You Think

Feeling Hands-on

Grid MichalMarch 3, 2016 — No Comments ↓

How difficult is it to install and wire in a 36v trolling motor? Corey Hopkins, Bloomington, Minn. The wiring is the easy part. The hard Continue reading →

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