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Maintenance

Hose clamp smarts

Here’s a wild little suggestion for you. Think about designating a few hours during the upcoming weekend to tightening and otherwise addressing all or most

A modest money-saver

High-density polyethylene “marine lumber” is pretty popular these days. People turn it into furniture, cabinetry, backing plates, drink holders—you name it. {sbdredirect http://tipoftheweek.pmyyachtclub.com/?theid=1}

Dealing with the impossible

Removing old rubber, rubberized, or plastic hoses from old metal fittings is often a major-league chore. {sbdredirect http://tipoftheweek.pmyyachtclub.com/?theid=1}

When all else fails

Occasionally, when you’re trying to remove a screw, you simply can’t get the darn thing to turn, whether it has a slotted head or a

DIY Tip On Hoses

One thing most boats have is plenty of hoses of one kind or another. You know, like, water hoses, bilge-pump hoses, sanitary hoses, fuel hoses,

Choose the Right Anchor

Make sure you have the right anchor for the area that you cruise the most. There are basically two types of anchors: burying and hooking.

Winterizing – engines

Inboards Before you get started, remember that all manufacturers have their own oil and filter recommendations and ratings, so check your owner’s or service manual

Courtesy J Craft

A J Craft on the Run

J Craft’s swift speedboat, the Torpedo RS, embarks on a maiden voyage from Sweden to France.

Dieter Loibner

An Electric Muse

A double-ender produced for a client decades ago is now a designer’s electric joyride.

Courtesy Boston Whaler

Fish Hard Cruise Easy

Design teams are rethinking everything from hull forms to seating plans as anglers demand boats that can run offshore, hit the sandbar and keep the whole family comfortable.

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