How Often Should You Change Oil

How Often Should You Change Oil

Clean oil in your boat’s engine or outboard motor is essential to its longevity and performance. The standard interval for changing boat oil is 100 hours. For most boat owners this is once a season. Boats that are run hard should change oil closer to the 50-hour mark....

Pre Winterization Maintenance Tips

Pre Winterization Maintenance Tips

Your boat served you well over the past boating season. However, with normal wear and tear, your boat requires attention. Maintain your boat as service needs arise, and keep its value and performance at its peak. Reasons to perform boat maintenance in the fall and...

Boat Fire Prevention and What to do in case of Fire

Boat Fire Prevention and What to do in case of Fire

Boat fires are serious, and here’s how to maximize your safety. We discuss the common causes of boat fires, how to prevent them, and what action to take if a boat fire breaks out. What are the common causes of Boat Fires? Electrical fires Explosive gas or propane...

Advantages of a Center Console Boat

Advantages of a Center Console Boat

Center console boats are akin to the SUV's of boats. You sit up high, they're sturdy, utilitarian, and a blast to drive. The primary advantages of a center console boat are ease of operation, superior view from the center helm, clear access to all sides of the boat,...

Aluminum Boat Trailer vs. Steel Boat Trailer: Which is Better?

Aluminum Boat Trailer vs. Steel Boat Trailer: Which is Better?

Which boat trailer is best, aluminum or steel? For saltwater boaters, aluminum trailers are the definite choice. For freshwater boaters, steel boat trailers have advantages. Learn the pros and cons of both aluminum and steel boat trailers in this short tutorial....

Boat Propeller 101: Frequently asked questions

Boat Propeller 101: Frequently asked questions

Is boat propeller selection important?  Yes! After the engine, boat propeller is the essential component that gives your boat connection to the water and creates thrust to propel the boat forward. It is akin to tires on your car. You can feel higher performance...