Feb 16, 2009 | Expert Advice, News, Refit Projects, Service
From the January 2009 Issue of Yachting Magazine: The average refit, he said, takes about three weeks. The average refit of a larger yacht, say 100 to 150 feet, requires six months, or more. As any good yard will attest, most of the customers are regulars, and the...
Feb 2, 2009 | Expert Advice, News, Service
Many vessels were used very little last year due to the high price of gas and diesel fuel. Fuels derived from Hydrocarbons have a tendency to break down over a period of time. Gasoline is very susceptible to degradation over the winter months and should always...
Nov 25, 2008 | Expert Advice, News, Questions & Answers, Service
I recently bought a used center console with an ‘04 Yamaha Z200. According to the seller, only marine grade (no ethonol) gasoline has been used in this boat. My question is, if I decide to start using E10 fuel from roadside gas stations, what do I need to...
Jun 15, 2006 | Expert Advice, News, Service
Electrolysis is a silent killer. It can damage numerous components in a vessel, including shafts, props, struts, rudders, sea cocks, and much more, with little warning until the damage is done. It is imperative that zincs are maintained properly so they may provide...