Maintenance
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October 22, 2012One Cool Remedy: Galvanic IsolatorsA galvanic isolator will protect your zincs and other underwater metals from “hot” situations. Monthly Maintenance from our October 2012 issue.
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July 9, 2012All Amped Up: Multimeter Ampere MeasurementIn Part III of a four-part series on multimeters, it's all about amperes. "Monthly Maintenance" from our July 2012 issue.
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June 22, 2012Tend to Your TenderPreventing dinghy theft or damage takes planning and diligence. "Hands-On Sailor" from our July 2012 Issue.
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May 2, 2012Rebuilding Nikki’s IceboxOn an old boat, few projects are as satisfying or as enduring as fixing a cold box that won’t chill out. "Projects" from our May 2012 issue by Bruce Bingham.
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April 23, 2012Get to Know Your MultimeterIn Part I of a four-part series, learn how this useful, multipurpose tool helps you troubleshoot gremlins in your boat’s electrical system. "Monthly Maintenance" from our May 2012 issue.
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April 12, 2012Prep Your Batteries for SummerGet your boat's electrical system back in action after a winter's layup.
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March 23, 2012Guarantee Sturdy LifelinesProperly fit stanchions are key to creating on-deck safety. "Monthly Maintenance" from our April 2012 issue.
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March 13, 2012Banishing Bottom BlistersIn the April 2012 issue, Tom Zydler discussed the bottom job he undertook with his wife, Nancy, aboard their “classic plastic” Mason 44, Frances B. In this web extra, Tom explains several additional steps sailors should know if they are faced with bottom blisters aboard their older fiberglass boats. Read more about the bottom job here.
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March 8, 2012Keep an Eye on Keel BoltsAn annual inspection will turn up problems with fasteners before your sailboat loses its ballast. "Monthly Maintenance" from our March 2012 issue.
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January 26, 2012Service Your WinchesWhen you make cleaning and greasing these onboard workhorses an annual event, you’ll be rewarded with years of use. "Monthly Maintenance" from our February 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.
