Propulsion
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December 14, 2010Seven Steps to Keep Your Outboard KickingA good flush and an annual application of grease and oil are just what the doctor ordered for small engines.
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January 27, 2011Boat Handling at Your FingertipsOptions abound if you’re thinking of installing a bow thruster to take the angst out of tight-quarter maneuvers.
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January 8, 2013Diesel Engine Maintenance: Liquid DiagnosisIf Sherlock Holmes were a diesel mechanic, he’d employ fluid analysis. Monthly Maintenance from the December 2012 issue of Cruising World.
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November 19, 2012Shaft Saver: Sea Saber Line CutterSea Saber line cutters provide an efficient, razor-sharp method to clear entangled rope, fishnets, and kelp before it damages a boat’s propeller shaft and drivetrain. New Products from our November 2012 issue.
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November 1, 2012New Propane-Powered Outboard IntroducedLehr, which last winter introduced two small propane-powered outboards to much acclaim at the Miami International boat show, has expanded its product line with a 9.9-horsepower model.
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May 17, 2011Towing with your TenderThese three techniques help you safely move your boat when the engine, or the wind, doesn’t cooperate.
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February 22, 2011Beware the Unprotected SaildrivePaying close attention to anodes and your sailboat’s bonding system will help prevent corrosion that can quickly cripple these power units.
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December 14, 20107 Steps to Keeping your Outboard KickingEd Sherman takes us through 7 steps to keeping the outboard running like a champ.
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September 20, 2010Bow Thruster Installation
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January 8, 2013Hanging with Hephaestus: Visiting the Lunenburg FoundryThe Lunenburg Foundry makes stuffing boxes, cast-iron stoves, and marine engines. A visit gives new meaning to the term heavy metal. Off Watch from our December 2012 issue.
Electronic Updates
The Vesper Marine WatchMate Vision is arguably the most advanced Class B AIS transponder ever built, and was honored with an Innovation Award in Miami.
