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,
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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
Marine Fuel Filtration Guide for Boat Owners
08/21/2026
A rough-running engine often starts with a problem nobody can see: contaminated fuel. Water, debris, microbial growth, and deteriorating fuel can all find their way into
Best Boat Insurance for Florida Boat Owners
09/11/2026
A good day on the water can turn expensive fast when a lower unit meets an unmarked obstruction, a storm damages the dock, or another boater
Outboard Versus Stern Drive Engines Compared
09/09/2026
A calm morning at the ramp can make any boat look like the right boat. The real difference shows up after a long run through a
Boat Batteries: Choose the Right Power Setup
09/06/2026
Trust me. Being on the water with a dead battery absolutely sucks. Even with a jump pack on board, you have so many other issues it
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