Outboard motor trim affects the ride, fuel economy, top end speed and even the safety of your boat. But knowing when to trim up or down can take a bit of practice. We’re here to simplify things for you but first let’s explain what it is. What does your outboard motor trim do? Trim simply
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Fish finders take a lot of the guess work out of fishing, which helps make it even more enjoyable. It’s a piece of equipment most boaties can’t live without. But with so many options on the market and ever-changing technology, the process of choosing a fish finder can be overwhelming. Having installed hundreds of fish
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Boat steering is a key component of boat performance that can make or break your enjoyment on the water. When your steering isn’t right, you lose faith and confidence in your boat, not to mention the fact that it can be unsafe. To understand what can go wrong, it’s a good idea to first understand
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Regular boat servicing is crucial to the health and longevity of your boat and motor. It’s one of those annoying costs that goes hand in hand with both boat ownership, but avoiding services can be more costly. ​ To help save you money, check out our 6 tips to get more value from your boat service.
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Now that we’re well into winter it’s a good idea to check over your boat, especially if it’s gone unused for a while. Lack of use and the winter elements can cause serious damage to an outboard motor. ​To avoid any potential issues and possibly expensive repairs some form of maintenance is a must. If you’re
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It’s great to see the explosion of new boaties on the water. We’ve seen a few through the workshop and many have asked advice on a range of topics but starting their outboard is definitely number 1! So we decided to put together a guide or ‘cheat sheet’ for starting an outboard. It’s something we
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When we start out boating we generally have a pretty basic set up. Mine was a 13ft tinny with an old Johnson, no fish finder or even rod holders! But as we upgrade to bigger boats (and as we age) the more we appreciate those ‘press-of-the-button’ features that take the hassle out of boating and
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Batteries are a vital component of any powerboat. Not only do they start your outboard, they also power all those electrics on board like your VHF, electric winch, bilge pump, lighting and fish finder. A poor performing battery is not only frustrating, it’s also dangerous, especially if you’re going out wide. That’s why it’s good
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My love of fishing and diving started when I was just a kid. I can clearly remember my first night fishing mission off Long Bay Beach when I was 13. A friend and I lugged all our fishing and sleeping gear around the rocks, threw out some lines and hoped for the best. Not even
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Want to find the best outboard motor for you and your boat, we can help! When you’re re-powering your boat with a new outboard, there’s plenty to consider from outboard type to horsepower, shaft length, warranty and ongoing servicing. While some of these decisions come down to personal preference, the size and make of your
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