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The Importance of Consistent 12V Power for Boat Electronics
If you’re planning on installing the latest marine electronics like a fish finder or GPS, consider if your boat’s battery power supply is up to the task. New fishfinders and GPS units, especially those paired with powerful 1kW CHIRP transducers, require a consistent and clean 12.7V power supply for optimal performance, due to the increased
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Fuel Contamination: What You Need to Know
Let’s face it—most of us love the freedom of being out on the water, the hum of a reliable outboard, and the simplicity of filling up and heading off. But behind the scenes, there’s one little gremlin that can turn a fun boating day into a frustrating one: fuel contamination. Now, when people hear the
How to look after your boat transom
The structural integrity of your boat’s transom is hugely important, epecially as it needs to hold the weight of an outboard that can weigh hundreds of kgs! A transom that’s in poor condition can be dangerous and can put yours and your crew’s life at risk. Read on to find out how to inspect your
How to use trim tabs
Trim tabs are independently manoeuvrable stainless-steel plates, or tabs, that attach to the bottom of your boat’s hull, that adjust the attitude or running angle of your boat. When used correctly they can vastly improve the speed, fuel economy, safety and overall performance of your boat. How do trim tabs work? When deployed, the trim
How to trim an outboard motor
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
How to choose a fish finder (and mount it correctly!)
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 finders
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Mastering the Helm: Your Boat Steering Guide
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
6 tips to get more value from your outboard service
Regular boat servicing is crucial to the health and longevity of your boat and motor. It might be one of those annoying costs that go hand in hand both boat ownership, but not doing them can be more costly. To help save you money, check out our 6 tips to get more value from
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How to winterize your boat
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
