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If you're boating, you have to be prepared to fix things when there's no repair facility nearby.
 
Here are some tools we've come to love because of how useful they are and how well they've held up.

How to Keep Screws in Place When Working

Published on July 29, 2022; last updated on July 23, 2022 by Carolyn Shearlock

Stop losing screws right in the middle of a project. This nifty tool will help.    [More] How to Keep Screws in Place When Working

Boat Wiring – The Tools and Supplies You’ll Need

Published on July 8, 2022; last updated on July 1, 2022 by Carolyn Shearlock

Basic boat electrical repairs are within your grasp. All you need is a guide, some tools, and a few supplies. Here’s the list.  [More] Boat Wiring – The Tools and Supplies You’ll Need

DIY Fuel Polishing

Published on July 26, 2020; last updated on May 25, 2021 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

Jeremy’s Essential On-board Power Tools

Published on February 18, 2020; last updated on March 31, 2021 by Nica Waters

Good tools are important. Good tools at a great price? Even better! [More] Jeremy’s Essential On-board Power Tools

Fiberglass Work Basics

Published on January 29, 2019; last updated on July 31, 2021 by Nica Waters

Glass fiber and some 2-part epoxy is a powerfully strong combination. Learn the 6 steps to fiberglass success!

Glass fiber and some 2-part epoxy is a powerfully strong combination. Learn the 6 steps to fiberglass success! [More] Fiberglass Work Basics

Glass fiber and some 2-part epoxy is a powerfully strong combination. Learn the 6 steps to fiberglass success!

Boat Wiring Tools

Published on December 29, 2018; last updated on September 20, 2021 by Carolyn Shearlock

Wire crimpers, strippers, cutters, connectors and shrink tubing are essential boat wiring tools. How to choose ones that are easy to use and will last years [More] Boat Wiring Tools

Ratcheting Box Wrenches

Published on April 18, 2016; last updated on September 30, 2022 by Carolyn Shearlock

No room to turn a wrench and not enough clearance for a socket? A ratcheting box wrench to the rescue!

No room to turn a wrench and not enough clearance for a socket? A ratcheting box wrench to the rescue! [More] Ratcheting Box Wrenches

No room to turn a wrench and not enough clearance for a socket? A ratcheting box wrench to the rescue!

Up the Mast

Published on April 15, 2016; last updated on January 12, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

If you have a sailboat, someday you'll have to go up the mast. The easiest gear we've found to use and some tips.

If you have a sailboat, someday you’ll have to go up the mast. The easiest gear we’ve found to use and some tips. [More] Up the Mast

Clearing Cockpit Drains

Published on April 4, 2016; last updated on August 30, 2021 by Carolyn Shearlock

Cockpit drains need to be kept clear so they will drain quickly. But it's easy for things such as hair and parts from a project to go down them. So you need to clean them out. This inexpensive tool is the best we've found!

Cockpit drains need to be kept clear so they will drain quickly. But it’s easy for things such as hair and parts from a project to go down them. So you need to clean them out. This inexpensive tool is the best we’ve found! [More] Clearing Cockpit Drains

Cockpit drains need to be kept clear so they will drain quickly. But it's easy for things such as hair and parts from a project to go down them. So you need to clean them out. This inexpensive tool is the best we've found!

Useful Tool: Universal Socket Joint

Published on March 21, 2016; last updated on September 27, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

How can you reach that one nut or hex bolt that's just out of reach? With a universal joint socket adapter, of course!

How can you reach that one nut or hex bolt that’s just out of reach? With a universal joint socket adapter, of course! [More] Useful Tool: Universal Socket Joint

How can you reach that one nut or hex bolt that's just out of reach? With a universal joint socket adapter, of course!
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