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Simple projects to make major improvements on your boat.
 
Maybe not "forever" solutions but quick (and generally inexpensive) ways to get an 80% improvement and make your time aboard more enjoyable.

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A Better Propane Regulator

Published on ; last updated on by Carolyn Shearlock

A propane regulator that extends off the tank is just a leak waiting to happen. Here’s a better regulator installation that’s an easy DIY project. [More] A Better Propane Regulator

Catching Water

Published on ; last updated on by Nica Waters

Fresh water is critical on a boat. Catching it can extend your time at anchor considerably. Nica Waters tells her experiences. [More] Catching Water

Fresh water is critical on a boat. Catching it can extend your time at anchor considerably. Nica Waters tells her experiences.

Monitoring Batteries

Published on ; last updated on by Carolyn Shearlock

Knowing the amps in and out of your batteries is the first step to having plenty of power aboard. Installing a battery monitor is a fairly simple DIY project. [More] Monitoring Batteries

Knowing the amps in and out of your batteries is the first step to having plenty of power aboard. Installing a battery monitor is a fairly simple DIY project.

Better Buoyancy Tanks

Published on ; last updated on by Carolyn Shearlock

Buoyancy tanks are a great idea on a boat. But unless they’re filled with something that won’t let that compartment fill with water, they’re useless if cracked or holed. Solve that potential problem easily! [More] Better Buoyancy Tanks

Buoyancy tanks are a great idea on a boat. But unless they're filled with something that won't let that compartment fill with water, they're useless if cracked or holed. Solve that potential problem easily!

Oven Baking Unevenly?

Published on ; last updated on by Carolyn Shearlock

An oven that bakes unevenly — say burning food on one side while leaving the other side underdone — is SO frustrating. But there’s a simple solution that doesn’t involve a new oven! [More] Oven Baking Unevenly?

An oven that bakes unevenly -- say burning food on one side while leaving the other side underdone -- is SO frustrating. But there's a simple solution that doesn't involve a new oven!