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Outland Hatch Covers

Published on March 23, 2015; last updated on June 12, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

Hatch covers that are easy to install and use, don’t shrink over time and can stay on even underway? YES!

Weird Wiring Colors

Published on March 21, 2015; last updated on January 5, 2026 by Carolyn Shearlock

What do you do when a wiring run suddenly changes color . . . or doesn’t follow the convention used on the rest of your boat? Our simple and inexpensive solution.

Suction Grab Bar

Published on March 19, 2015; last updated on July 29, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Got a suction grab bar on your boat? Maybe for cleaning the bottom? Here’s another great use for it!

How to Store Maple Syrup

Published on March 13, 2015; last updated on January 23, 2026 by Carolyn Shearlock

Real maple syrup will mold if not stored properly. Learn the correct way to store it for the longest life and best flavor.

Bright LED Bulb for Davis Mega Light

Published on March 12, 2015; last updated on July 31, 2024 by Carolyn Shearlock

Anchor light just using too much power? A Davis Mega Light with one of these super-bright LED bulbs was the answer for us.

Cut Stainless Tubing Squarely

Published on March 11, 2015; last updated on December 31, 2025 by Carolyn Shearlock

Need to cut some stainless tubing with a hacksaw and want to get it straight? Here’s how we do it —

Taming the Cord Jungle

Published on March 10, 2015; last updated on January 1, 2026 by Carolyn Shearlock

Technology is wonderful . . . until you try to find the cord you need. Then it”s just a bowl of spaghetti. Reader Jane Head has a great — easy and inexpensive — solution that really works.

Got Wobbly Stainess?

Published on March 9, 2015; last updated on June 12, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

Sometimes stainless bimini and rail connectors aren’t very snug and the structure is just plain wobbly. Here’s our quick and inexpensive solution.

Easy Battery Watering

Published on March 8, 2015; last updated on January 2, 2026 by Carolyn Shearlock

How do you add water on a monthly basis to batteries you can’t even reach? A battery watering system makes it easy!

Quieting Vibration Noises

Published on March 3, 2015; last updated on June 12, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

The fire extinguisher rattling on the wall whenever the engine was running was going to drive me nuts. A 30-second DIY solution that’s almost unnoticeable!