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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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What to Ask Before Hauling Out

Published on December 20, 2023; last updated on December 19, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Do you know the right questions to ask before hauling out? Here are a few to get you thinking. Picking the right boatyard is important.

🎧DIY Holiday Decor for your Boat

Published on December 1, 2023; last updated on January 4, 2025 by Carolyn Shearlock

Need some holiday cheer on your boat? Here are DIY decor ideas from a world cruiser that anyone can make.

🎧Making Square Cuts in Stainless Tubing

Published on October 20, 2023; last updated on January 4, 2025 by Carolyn Shearlock

If you need to make square stainless steel tubing cuts but don’t have a shop, what do you do? Here’s my best tips.

🎧Build Your Own Boat Garden

Published on August 4, 2023; last updated on January 4, 2025 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.

🎧How to Make Oil Changes Less Messy

Published on February 28, 2023; last updated on January 4, 2025 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.

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.

🎧How to DIY a Cheap Cockpit Enclosure for Your Boat

Published on September 23, 2022; last updated on September 29, 2024 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.   

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.

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?

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.

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Carolyn Shearlock

Hi! I'm Carolyn Shearlock. My husband and I have been living on a boat and cruising over 17 years and 13,000 miles, first on a Tayana 37 monohull and then 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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Stay Safe When Climbing the Mast

September 11, 2025 By Carolyn Shearlock

Are you safe when climbing the mast? How about those on deck? Here are the tips you need to know.

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🎧Tips to Make Homemade Yogurt on a Boat

September 6, 2025 By Nica Waters

A few tips to make homemade yogurt on a boat. It’s easy with a few ingredients and some basic equipment. And it’s delicious!

When Should You Schedule Boat Upgrades?

September 4, 2025 By Carolyn Shearlock

When should you schedule boat upgrades. And how do you balance what to do right away and what can wait?

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