Refits
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January 8, 2013How Not to Install a Self-Steering WindvaneMonitoring One’s Progress Toward the Loony Bin: On a quest for self-steerage, our intrepid do-it-yourselfers attempt the impossible in the most unfeasible manner. On Watch from the December 2012 issue of Cruising World.
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January 31, 2012Replacing Batteries? Do Your Homework FirstNew electricity-storage technology has introduced benefits—and issues—that you’ll want to weigh carefully when planning a refit or considering the purchase of a new boat. "Systems" from our February 2012 issue.
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March 7, 2011Installing Backing PlatesInstalling new backing plates where hardware and fittings are mounted on your rig is easier than you might think.
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November 29, 2010The Old Girl’s Ready to Dance AnewDoted over by Maine craftsmen and devoted owners during a 20-month refit, the Sparkman & Stephens-designed yawl Bolero is savoring her new vitality. From "Yachtsyle" in our December 2010 issue
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October 16, 2012Homemade HardwareWhen this DIY sailor can't find bronze bolts in the right size, he makes them himself.
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January 31, 2012A.G.M. Technology ChallengesEd Sherman examines issues presented by the new A.G.M. batteries.
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September 20, 2010Bow Thruster Installation
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.
