We like having a photo record of our travels . . . but our camera is paying for itself, too. If you can find a part number, you may not be locked into buying a proprietary part! [More] The Photo That Saved Us $120
The Photo That Saved Us $120
DIY Tips
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.
Living Aboard Through Filthy Projects
Nine tips for surviving dirty nasty boat projects — DIY is a great way to improve your boat, but can also take a toll. Make it easier! [More] Living Aboard Through Filthy Projects
Boat Details Document
Who can remember what model of everything they have on the boat? Create a “Boat Details” document and never wonder again! [More] Boat Details Document
Outboard Fuel Line Problems
How to tell if you have a blockage in an outboard fuel line, why they occur and how to choose a replacement fuel line that will have fewer problems. [More] Outboard Fuel Line Problems
Changing Lower Unit Oil in an Outboard
Changing the lower unit oil on an outboard is part of the routine maintenance. Here’s how we do it when we’re out cruising without a motor stand ashore [More] Changing Lower Unit Oil in an Outboard
Pulling Electrical Wires
Installing new equipment on a boat often requires new electrical wiring. Two tips for running that wiring in tight spaces. [More] Pulling Electrical Wires
Dinghy Bottom Cleaning Made Simple
A much easier way to clean the dinghy bottom. Why didn’t we think of this years ago?? [More] Dinghy Bottom Cleaning Made Simple
Don’t Let Bugs in the Thru-Hulls
Putting screen in all the thru-hulls works to keep the critters out, but it’s a time-consuming nasty chore. Turns out there’s a much easier way to keep them out! [More] Don’t Let Bugs in the Thru-Hulls
Better Than Acetone to Clean Hands
Using acetone to clean up after nasty messy projects such as epoxy or sealant? There’s something that works better, is cheaper AND is less toxic! [More] Better Than Acetone to Clean Hands
Taking the Important Pictures
The important photos aren’t necessarily the pretty ones. They’re the ones that enable you to put something back together! [More] Taking the Important Pictures
