by Brian Jones | Boat Improvements!, Educational, Gear
As you head out on the water, you have many decisions to make. One of the most important is whether you will use a boat leaning post, cooler seat or captain chairs to remain comfortable all day. While each option has its own set of benefits and disadvantages, there is...
by Brian Jones | Boat Care & Maintenance!, Boat Repairing!, Educational
You got the boat packed with your gear and your best friends. When you go to start the engine, it simply clicks. Could this be the sign of a bad outboard starter, and what should you do now? As to not disappoint anyone, you want to figure out the problem – and fast....
by Brian Jones | Boat Care & Maintenance!, Boat Repairing!, Educational
Talk to other boaters and you will likely find out that many owners don’t know the first thing about the water pump, let alone how to tell when they have a bad outboard water pump! Yet, this vital component must be serviced regularly to maintain the longevity of...
by Brian Jones | Boat Care & Maintenance!, Boat Repairing!, Educational
On vessels with an outboard, it’s essential to keep debris free of the prop, as well as performing other vital maintenance. Otherwise, you could end up with a bad outboard lower unit. With three distinct sections of the outboard motor, it’s essential to determine when...
by Brian Jones | Boat Care & Maintenance!, Educational
Your outboard motor contains a lot of parts on it, some you probably understand and many you might not. Have you ever stopped and wondered what the regulator rectifier is in charge of? The regulator rectifier is in charge of not only regulating the voltage produced by...
