Wax vs. Polish: Which Shines the Best, 3M Performance Paste Wax or Re-Structure Marine Polish?
April 10th 2012
Should you use boat wax, or a fiberglass polish? We put 3M up against Re-Structure, to find out who has the brightest shine.
Boat Maintenance
Sealed Batteries Still Need Venting
March 28th 2012
AGM batteries are sealed, but they still off-gas. Here's how to provide adequate ventilation.
AGM batteries are sealed, but they still off-gas. Here's how to provide adequate ventilation.
So Your Engine Overheated: What Now?
March 13th 2012
What you can’t see might cause further problems if not addressed right away, says Ed Sherman.
What you can’t see might cause further problems if not addressed right away, says Ed Sherman.
Saildrives: How to Check/Change the Oil
March 8th 2012
Checking the oil on your boat’s saildrive is not quite the same as checking it on an outboard engine. Ed Sherman explains.
Checking the oil on your boat’s saildrive is not quite the same as checking it on an outboard engine. Ed Sherman explains.
The Right Wiring Tool for the Job
February 29th 2012
Crimped wire connections are only as good as the tool and the operator. Here's how to make sure yours are right.
Crimped wire connections are only as good as the tool and the operator. Here's how to make sure yours are right.
Seal Those Electrical Connections!
January 25th 2012
Water and electricity are a bad combination. Here's an easy way to keep the water out.
Water and electricity are a bad combination. Here's an easy way to keep the water out.
Installing a Fuel Flow Meter
January 18th 2012
A fuel flow meter will help you calculate your most efficient throttle setting, fuel remaining in the tank, and an exact burn rate, at any given time or sea condition.
A fuel flow meter will help you calculate your most efficient throttle setting, fuel remaining in the tank, and an exact burn rate, at any given time or sea condition.
How Come My Bilge Pump is Melted?
January 15th 2012
Ed Sherman explains how a bilge pump can melt, given the wrong combination of mechanical and electrical problems.
Ed Sherman explains how a bilge pump can melt, given the wrong combination of mechanical and electrical problems.
5 Rigging Tips for Flush Mounting Electronics
January 14th 2012
When you install a fishfinder, GPS, or VHF, make sure the job goes right.
When you install a fishfinder, GPS, or VHF, make sure the job goes right.
Upgrading an Alternator to High Output
January 5th 2012
It might look easy, but Ed Sherman says an alternator upgrade is not a simple job.
It might look easy, but Ed Sherman says an alternator upgrade is not a simple job.
Is Dry Stack Storage Right for You?
December 28th 2011
The advantages and disadvantages of keeping your boat in a "boatel".
The advantages and disadvantages of keeping your boat in a "boatel".
Boat Wiring and Exhaust Systems Do Not Mix
December 19th 2011
If wiring is too close to the exhaust, it may be affected by heat. Ed Sherman explains.
If wiring is too close to the exhaust, it may be affected by heat. Ed Sherman explains.
Sealed Batteries: Are They Really Sealed?
December 12th 2011
New batteries are advertised as sealed. So why do they need venting?
New batteries are advertised as sealed. So why do they need venting?
How to Sweeten Your Onboard Water System
December 5th 2011
Using readily available household products, here’s how you can drastically improve the taste of your potable water.
Using readily available household products, here’s how you can drastically improve the taste of your potable water.
