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Reader Tip: Trace Your Systems
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If you have a boat that's new to you, take the time to map out the systems—you'll be glad you did!
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May 21, 2013My Techieby Michael RobertsonNow even though this is like black magic to the crew of Del Viento, I totally acknowledge that receiving weather faxes via short-wave radio is absolutely nothing to most other cruisers--basic, basic stuff.
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April 16, 2013Getting Your Electrical System Ready ..by Ed ShermanIt's spring, its in the low 50's here in RI and that means its time to start getting the boat ready for the summer.
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April 16, 2013Reader Tip: Trace Your Systemsby Carolyn ShearlockIf you have a boat that's new to you, take the time to map out the systems—you'll be glad you did!
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March 22, 2013To Crimp or Solder?When it comes to making ideal electrical connections, the choice is clear.
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January 8, 2013Diesel Engine Maintenance: Liquid Diagnosisby Steve D'AntonioIf 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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January 3, 2013Nuisance Tripping With ELCI, Why?Ed Sherman shares troubleshooting tips for using a portable generator on a boat equipped with an ELCI device installed at the shore power inlet.
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October 22, 2012How to Buy a Boat: Your Own Elegant Compromiseby Tim MurphyIf you’re shopping for a boat, start by thoroughly disrupting your own assumptions about what constitutes the best one for you.
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October 22, 2012Aging Power Plants: Rebuild or Repower?by Tim MurphyMany sailboats built two decades ago or earlier still have plenty of life left in them. But their engines may not. Should you rebuild the existing engine? Or repower with a brand-new engine?
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October 22, 2012One Cool Remedy: Galvanic Isolatorsby Steve D'AntonioA galvanic isolator will protect your zincs and other underwater metals from “hot” situations. Monthly Maintenance from our October 2012 issue.
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October 2, 2012DIY Radar Installby Michael RobertsonIt’s cheaper to do it yourself, but is the hassle worth it?
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