Love cruising calm waters? Fancy going on a fishing trip? Then you will need a wooden boat! However, it is expensive. It is a luxury that some people cannot afford. Luckily, with little knowledge and …
From clogged carburetors to sputtering engines, a dirty fuel tank brings a plethora of problems. It results in fuel inefficiency and costly repairs that you can otherwise avoid if you have been more proactive in …
The sun is out, the water is calm, and you are having a good time. All of a sudden, you hear an explosion and the engine is suddenly ablaze. What should you do immediately if …
Fire! Someone screams and everyone panics. Stop shouting and start acting. What should you do if a fire breaks out in the front of your boat? From the first sign of fire, you should turn …
As a boat owner, you may be dreading when winter comes. Your vessel is an investment so you’re obliged to take care of it in the cold season. But, how much does it cost to …
The position of the steering wheel in your boat may make you feel awkward if you are accustomed to your car’s arrangement. You may be wondering why are boat steering wheels on the right. Well, …
Getting lost while you are out sailing is such a horrifying experience that should never happen to anyone. Thankfully, you can always carry a marine compass with you. But, navigating can be a tough challenge, …
An average person may not have problems getting on and off a pontoon boat. However, situations vary from time to time. For instance, you may be into diving. Dragging yourself with your fingertips to get …
Unless you are granted the rare privilege of having a consistent source of ethanol-free fuel, you always need to be cautious of the possible long-term issues that ethanol will inflict on any vehicle that you …
Leaky pumps, accidental spills, and rainwater accumulate on the hull, specifically in the bilge. When water gathers in the bilge well, it leads to serious problems, such as corrosion and instability. To address such, the …