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!
Boat Maintenance
Keep your cruising boat and gear working well with these suggestions for routine maintenance and simple fixes.
Choosing and Installing a Victron Battery Monitor
Step-by-step instructions with pictures to install a Victron battery monitor, including reasons for having a battery monitor and why we chose this one.
Getting Gunk Out of Boat Drains
Clogged drains are never any fun . . . but when there are tiny drain openings? Really frustrating. Here’s how to clear the gunk.
Avoid Kinks When Coiling Lines on a Boat
Kinked lines driving you nuts when they won’t go through blocks? Here’s a quick solution from Dave’s Sea Scout days!
Maintaining Gaskets and Weatherstripping on Boat Hatches
A few minutes of maintenance can save a much bigger — and more expensive — repair.
When You Find a Broken Bolt on Your Boat
There I was, scraping paint. And along with the paint comes the head of a large machine screw . . .
Easier Boat Bathroom Cleaning
Hate cleaning around the toilet and cutting your hands on the hose clamps? A DIY sewing project solves the problem!
Cleaning the Burners on a Boat Stove
Equipment that’s hard to clean will just lead to problems down the line.
Easier Dinghy Cleaning
Over the years we’ve learned several “tricks” to make cleaning the dinghy a bit easier. Here’s one from when we were living on a small lake!
Protect the Fabric on Your Boat with 303 Fabric Protectant
303 Fabric Guard protects Sunbrella and other fabrics from UV damage — fading and disintegrating — and restores water repellency.