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Reader Tip: Trace Your Systems
by Carolyn Shearlock
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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  • transmissions and shafts 140
    December 4, 2008
    Play It Straight
    by Steve D Antonio
    Engine and prop-shaft alignment are critical for reducing wear on a sailboat's propulsion system. From "Hands-On Sailor" in our February 2008 issue
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  • steering fix 140
    December 2, 2008
    A Job That'll Steer You Right
    by Steve D Antonio
    Inspect and lubricate all the components of the helm to keep your boat reliably on course. From "Hands-On Sailor" in our June 2008 issue
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  • leaky and frozen valves 140
    December 2, 2008
    Prevent Leaking or Frozen Valves Below the Waterline
    by Steve D Antonio
    Inspect all through-hull components, then lubricate seacocks regularly to keep them turning smoothly.From "Hands-On Sailor" in our July 2008 issue
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  • anti siphon valve 140
    December 2, 2008
    A Simple Valve Prevents Flooding
    by Steve D Antonio
    Installing and maintaining an anti-siphon device is easy-and prudent-to do. From "Hands-On Sailor" in our April 2008 issue
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  • Correctly installed propane tanks have their own locker (right) that¿s sealed and vented overboard. Never store gas bottles in a regular locker.
    December 2, 2008
    Play It Safe with Gas on Board
    by Steve D Antonio
    Properly constructed lockers or on-deck installations keep explosive fumes where they belong: out of the bilge. From "Hands-On Sailor" in our October 2008 issue
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  • checking fuel 140
    December 2, 2008
    Keep an Eye on the Fuel Tank
    by Steve D Antonio
    Look for signs of chafe or movement. If not routinely addressed, these can lead to leaks. From "Hands-On Sailor" in our August 2008 issue
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  • Watermakers140
    October 17, 2007
    Choices in Watermakers
    by Andrew Burton
    Reverse-osmosis desalinators--a.k.a. watermakers--produce fresh water at different speeds, depending on the power at hand. "Gear Roundup" from our November 2007 issue
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  • McGearyDiesel1
    August 14, 2007
    Diesel/Electric Powers the Moorings 4300 Electric
    by Jeremy McGeary
    An owner-modified Moorings 4300 becomes the company's first diesel/electric model. From our July 2007 issue.
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  • McGearyDiesel2
    August 14, 2007
    A Bank of Batteries Drives the Lagoon 420 Hybrid
    by Jeremy McGeary
    Electric engines and recharging batteries could be coming to a boat near you. From our July 2007 issue.
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  • Murphy1
    August 14, 2007
    What's Going to Power Your Cat?
    by Tim Murphy
    Glacier Bay and the catamaran builder Lagoon set the pace in the race to bring diesel/electric and hybrid propulsion to auxiliary sailboats. From our July 2007 issue.
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