New Evinrude E-TEC 135 H.O. Aims For 150 Performance Level
January 12th 2013
A big V6 powerhead should give this two-stroke a load of bottom-end power.
Boat Equipment
Electrical Panel Voltmeters Can Sometimes Mislead
December 23rd 2012
Your meter can give you a surface charge reading showing decent voltage even when the battery plates are not deeply charged.
Your meter can give you a surface charge reading showing decent voltage even when the battery plates are not deeply charged.
Where are the Circuit Breakers and Fuses on New Boats?
November 23rd 2012
Newer DC panels can appear a lot simpler than those made even a few years ago. Both marketing and technology are responsible for the change.
Newer DC panels can appear a lot simpler than those made even a few years ago. Both marketing and technology are responsible for the change.
Solar Panels Benefit From Ventilation and Good Charge-Control
November 14th 2012
Flexible solar panels are convenient, but a lack of cooling airflow can make them less efficient. A modern digital charge-controller is important.
Flexible solar panels are convenient, but a lack of cooling airflow can make them less efficient. A modern digital charge-controller is important.
Water and Waste Fittings: Too Close for Comfort
November 2nd 2012
Plumbing convenience shouldn't trump safety concerns. Builders take note.
Plumbing convenience shouldn't trump safety concerns. Builders take note.
Boats.com Announces Gear and Parts Store
October 31st 2012
Our new online retail store is now open for business.
Our new online retail store is now open for business.
Super Capacitor for Emergency Start?
October 14th 2012
The KAPower supercapacitor is designed to get a start out of a depleted battery.
The KAPower supercapacitor is designed to get a start out of a depleted battery.
How Can I Save Battery Power With My Refrigeration System?
October 10th 2012
A new product from Isotherm works with refrigerator temperature and available voltage to reduce electrical consumption.
A new product from Isotherm works with refrigerator temperature and available voltage to reduce electrical consumption.
IBEX Buzz: Keeping Up With a Changing Seascape
October 7th 2012
Demographic changes spell it out for the marine industry. It’s time to adapt.
Demographic changes spell it out for the marine industry. It’s time to adapt.
Why Can’t I Use My LPG Tank Locker for Storage?
September 20th 2012
Even if there's room in your LPG locker for extra gear, don't be tempted to put it in there.
Even if there's room in your LPG locker for extra gear, don't be tempted to put it in there.
Aluminum Water Tanks: Safe to Use?
August 9th 2012
Potable water is best carried in stainless steel or FDA-approved, food-grade plastic tanks rather than in aluminum. Chlorine and aluminum are poor partners.
Potable water is best carried in stainless steel or FDA-approved, food-grade plastic tanks rather than in aluminum. Chlorine and aluminum are poor partners.
Broken Radar? Maybe Not.
August 2nd 2012
Here are two important issues to check before deciding that your radar needs a hardware fix.
Here are two important issues to check before deciding that your radar needs a hardware fix.
Marine Battery Charging: Double-Belt Pulley System
July 21st 2012
Will a double belt system work for your alternator and engine? According to Ed Sherman, "This a situation where a lot of mistakes get made."
Will a double belt system work for your alternator and engine? According to Ed Sherman, "This a situation where a lot of mistakes get made."
Maui Jim Sunglasses: “Pure” Forgetfulness
June 24th 2012
MauiPure, MauiJim’s patent-pending technology, raises the bar for polycarbonate lenses.
MauiPure, MauiJim’s patent-pending technology, raises the bar for polycarbonate lenses.
