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Tarek Abdel-Hamid sails his Contest CS 45 in the Mediterranean.

Do We Still Need to Keep it Simple?

For many years, this cruising couple espoused the philosophy of KISS — “keep it simple, stupid” — but with the purchase of their latest boat, they’ve broadened their horizons with new gear and technology.

Marine Engines

Quieting Your Boat’s Engine

Bothered by heat and noise from the engines mounted in the bilge, a do-it-yourselfer comes up with a low-cost way to bring down the volume.

monthly maintenance

Monthly Maintenance: Venting

Follow this logical order of hose and vent progression to understand how diesel fuel is transferred from the pump to your tank to the engine.

prop

Beware Unprotected Saildrives

Paying close attention to anodes and your sailboat’s bonding system will help prevent corrosion that can quickly cripple these power units.

Tarek Abdel-Hamid sails his Contest CS 45 in the Mediterranean.

Do We Still Need to Keep it Simple?

For many years, this cruising couple espoused the philosophy of KISS — “keep it simple, stupid” — but with the purchase of their latest boat, they’ve broadened their horizons with new gear and technology.

Marine Engines

Quieting Your Boat’s Engine

Bothered by heat and noise from the engines mounted in the bilge, a do-it-yourselfer comes up with a low-cost way to bring down the volume.

monthly maintenance

Monthly Maintenance: Venting

Follow this logical order of hose and vent progression to understand how diesel fuel is transferred from the pump to your tank to the engine.

prop

Beware Unprotected Saildrives

Paying 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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