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How to Care for Boat Tools

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Your boat tools should be kept in a small and portable container. Store this container in an accessible place on the boat. Having a well-maintained tool kit available on the boat may make the difference between fixing a problem yourself or ... more »

How to Change Spark Plugs in Pontoon Boat

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Changing spark plugs on a pontoon boat motor takes time and precision. However, the task is not difficult. Most pontoon boats have an outboard motor which makes changing spark plugs much different than boats with an inboard motor. Those motors ... more »

How to Chart a Float Plan for Sailing

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A float plan is often thought of as an unnecessary step that only novice sailors take. Should you become lost at sea, however, a filed float plan can be just as necessary to finding you as a sail and compass are to your travels. Whether you’re a ... more »

How to Check Boat Engine Oil

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You have to check your boat engine oil regularly to maintain the vessel in running condition. You should check whether the oil is low while noting its quality. Use the following steps to learn how to check boat engine oil properly... more »

How to Check Boat Hoses

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When it comes to boating, you must make sure your boat is ready to hit the water before you leave the docks. There's nothing worse than getting stranded and having to radio to a boat tow company that charges you a pretty penny. Here are some tips ... more »

How to Check Engine Oil on a Sailboat

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Though a sailboat relies mainly on a giant sail to jet across the seas, it also has a small motor on board to help assist that giant sail. It's a good thing to have in case you find a situation where you just don't have enough wind to propel you ... more »

How to Check for Water in Fuel in a Pontoon Boat

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Water can be a real engine-stopper in a pontoon boat's fuel system. While some newer pontoon gas tanks and motor systems come with electronic water-monitoring gauges, it's not hard to keep your tank water-free by checking in manually on a regular ... more »

How to Check Fuel Levels on a Sailboat

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When it comes to taking a sailboat out onto the water, there are a few things you must check before you leave the docks. One of those things is the fuel levels. While you rely primarily on your sail for propulsion on the water, the sailboat motor ... more »

How to Check Leaf Springs on a Boat Trailer

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A boat trailer is one of those things the avid boat owner cannot be without. It facilitates launching the boat and removing it from the water at the end of the season. Maintaining a boat trailer is vital. One part of the trailer that demands ... more »

How to chill drinks at the lake.

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Nothing is like going out to the lake to go boating or swimming. However your drinks are warm and you have no ice, with this guide you can use a natural temperature zones in the water to chill your drinks for you, using only things you would find ... more »

How to Choose Lettering for a Boat

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Choosing lettering for a boat is a way to show your individual style. The lettering you choose should be able to withstand the weather in the area that you use your boat. There are seemingly endless choices to consider when you are choosing ... more »

How to Classify Life Jackets

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A life jacket, or PFD, is an important safety precaution when you are on the water. Life jackets come in five different classifications, each useful for certain activities... more »

How to Clean a Bilge

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Cleaning your vessel's bilge is an integral part of routine boat maintenance. Cleaning a bilge requires a fair amount of time and can be more than a little smelly, but it is necessary. Fortunately, this is something that you can do yourself... more »

How to Clean a Boat Surface

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Protect your investment while adding value to your boat with proper care. A boat's surface is particularly sensitive to certain cleaning products, so the cleaning process must follow a certain protocol. Although stains and discolorations come ... more »

How to Clean a Dock

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A nasty, unkempt dock is unpleasant to look at and dangerous. Misplaced ropes and cable, algae buildup, fish guts and oil spills all make for a slippery and treacherous surface. Keep your dock accessible and looking its best with a little ... more »

How to Clean Boat Railings

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Although boat railings are made of stainless steel, if they aren't properly cared for and maintained they will rust. Clean the railings at least once a month as part of your regular boat maintenance... more »

How to Clean Boat Upholstery

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Regularly cleaning boat upholstery maintains the appearance of the seats, and experts will tell you that attractive upholstery enhances the resale value of your boat. Here are the simple steps to clean boat upholstery... more »

How to Clean Boat Windows

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Camper tops or Bimini tops on boats have clear windows that tend to get dirty easily, making it difficult to see when you're out boating. Keeping these tops clean is not only a part of boat maintenance, but boat safety as well. Here are some ways ... more »

How to Clean Marine Inboard Engines

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Maintaining an inboard boat engine is much like keeping a car engine shining. Part of the maintenance process is cleaning the engine bay to remove grease and grime buildup. Keeping the engine clean makes it run cooler and extends the life of ... more »

How to Compensate for Current While Steering

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Most people compensate for current just "by eye," which is fine if the current is very small compared to your speed. But if the current is fast, you need precise control or it is going to be acting on you for a long time, it can help to take a ... more »

How to Compute Boat Fuel Needs

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The amount of fuel you need to carry for your trip depends on the design of the boat and how you are going to use it. If it's a sailboat, a 50 gallon tank of fuel with a 25 horsepower engine should allow you to travel 300 miles in ideal weather. ... more »

How to Conduct Bow Watch

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U.S. Coast Guard Navigation Rules for International and Inland Waters (72COLLREGS) mandates every boater, from a sea kayaker to the biggest luxury liner, must maintain lookout while under way. One aspect of this is to conduct bow watch. Bow watch ... more »

How to Contact the Coast Guard Through VHF Radio

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High frequency or VHF radio is your lifeline to the U.S. Coast Guard during a boating emergency. When contacting the Coast Guard via VHF radio, you must follow a very specific protocol. Using the wrong phrase while calling for help could cost you ... more »

How to Control Boat Cabin Moisture

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Moisture can introduce mold and mildew to your boat and also encourage corrosion on electronic components and rot in your upholstery. Taking a few preventative measures to control boat moisture must be a part of your regular boat maintenance... more »

How to create a fix from lines of position taken at different times

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It is often the case that you cannot get all of the Lines of Position (LOPs) that you need at the same time. At low speeds with very little movement between LOPs, the error may be minimal. Sometimes though, you will need to bring the LOPs to a ... more »

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