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Boatsman’s Blog
How to Inspect a Boat Propeller Before Running
09/03/2026
We find similarities in the marine world as we do in the aviation world. Many parallels coincide, like waypoints for navigation, courses, weather dynamics, and, of
How Ethanol Fuel Damage Hurts Your Boat
08/30/2026
Long lines at the gas station for ethanol-free gas with boats. But why? A boat that ran cleanly last month can suddenly stumble leaving the dock,
How to Replace a Boat Impeller Before It Fails
08/27/2026
Throughout my Coast Guard career, I have changed out an impeller a time or two. Full clarity: it’s not fun. However, a weak stream from the
What Causes Boat Cavitation? Prop Problems Explained
08/24/2026
You push the throttle, the engine revs freely, and the boat seems to stop pulling. Sometimes there is a shudder through the hull or a high-pitched