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Boat DIY Tips
Boat DIY Tips
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Owning a boat turns everyone into a DIY-er! Sometimes, there's just no one else to do the job.
 
Along the way, we've learned how to do many things a little more easily and here we share it all with you.

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🎧Build Your Own Boat Garden

Published on August 4, 2023; last updated on August 2, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Fresh greens and herbs make a cruising menu even better. But how do you keep them on hand? Check out these DIY boat garden plans. [More] 🎧Build Your Own Boat Garden

🎧How to Make Oil Changes Less Messy

Published on February 28, 2023; last updated on February 21, 2023 by Nica Waters

Oil changes are crucial for keeping your boat engine running. Here are 3 tools that make the job less messy. And easier. [More] 🎧How to Make Oil Changes Less Messy

Patching Your Inflatable Dinghy

Published on February 22, 2023; last updated on April 4, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Patching your dinghy in the tropics is a challenge. Unless you use the right glue. Here’s my recommendation and a step-by-step how-to. [More] Patching Your Inflatable Dinghy

🎧How to DIY a Cheap Cockpit Enclosure for Your Boat

Published on September 23, 2022; last updated on May 28, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Planning to cruise in cold weather.?Then a cockpit enclosure is a must. But don’t spend thousands if you don’t have to. Here’s how to DIY a basic one for your cruising boat.    [More] 🎧How to DIY a Cheap Cockpit Enclosure for Your Boat

Figuring Out Your Power Needs on a Boat

Published on August 31, 2022; last updated on January 18, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

With limited battery storage on a boat, you need to keep track of what the products onboard draw in power. Here’s what you need to do to calculate your power needs.  [More] Figuring Out Your Power Needs on a Boat

DIY Electrical Connection Tips for Boating Projects

Published on June 8, 2022; last updated on June 21, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Over years of doing many of our boat’s electrical jobs, I’ve learned a few tricks. Here’s some of my favorite DIY wiring hacks. [More] DIY Electrical Connection Tips for Boating Projects

Tracking Down Leaks–The Easy Way

Published on May 4, 2022; last updated on June 21, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Ever need to track down a tiny leak on your boat? Sure you have. But it doesn’t have to be a horrible task if you use this clever little trick.  [More] Tracking Down Leaks–The Easy Way

What Repairs Do You Make Now? What Can Wait?

Published on April 13, 2022; last updated on June 21, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Cruising means you have a long to do list for repairs–all the time. But do you really need to spend ALL your time doing boat maintenance? [More] What Repairs Do You Make Now? What Can Wait?

Find a Fuel Problem on a Boat

Published on August 31, 2020; last updated on August 31, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

How to find the cause of a fuel problem on a boat. Symptoms and possible causes, plus step-by-step strategies for finding it. [More] Find a Fuel Problem on a Boat

DIY Fuel Polishing

Published on July 26, 2020; last updated on February 12, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

If your boat has been sitting for a while, you may need to polish your fuel. Here’s how with suggested tools to make it easier to accomplish DIY fuel polishing. [More] DIY Fuel Polishing

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Carolyn Shearlock

Hi! I'm Carolyn Shearlock. My husband and I have been cruising over 15 years and 13,000 miles, first on a Tayana 37 monohull and now on a 34' Gemini catamaran. Along the way, we sold pretty much everything we owned (twice!), gained a great boat dog, had a bunch of wonderful times and some adventures . . . and learned a ton about what does and doesn't work!

      

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🎧How to Get Your Ship’s Radio License

September 26, 2023 By Nica Waters

Need an international radio license? Here are the steps to get your MMSI number for your boat radio.  [More] 🎧How to Get Your Ship’s Radio License

🎧Do This When You Find Bugs in your Flour

September 22, 2023 By Carolyn Shearlock

Found bugs in your food onboard? Here’s what you need to do next.  [More] 🎧Do This When You Find Bugs in your Flour

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ICW First Time? Here’s Some Quick Advice

September 20, 2023 By Carolyn Shearlock

Headed down the ICW for the first time this fall? Here’s some quick advice to keep in mind. You’ve got this! [More] ICW First Time? Here’s Some Quick Advice

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