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My Techie

How to Now even though this is like black magic to the crew of Del Viento, I totally acknowledge that receiving weather faxes via short-wave radio is absolutely nothing to most other cruisers--basic,...

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When Batteries Go Bad

How to When we were in St. Maarten, Scott noticed that our battery voltage was low. Like, really low. When we were in St. Maarten, Scott noticed that our battery voltage was low. Like, really low....

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Composite Construction: Decoding the Matrix

How to BOATBUILDING Part I: By understanding modern composite construction, boat owners and buyers can weigh the merits of costs, materials, strength, and value. BOATBUILDING Part I: By understanding...

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Computers Aboard

How to Four cruisers discuss the systems that keep them connected, entertained and on course. Four cruisers discuss the systems that keep them connected, entertained and on course. Four cruisers...

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Fuel Filter Gauge

How to Pressure’s On: A simple gauge can tell you loads about the health of your fuel filter and help prevent unexpected engine woes that come at precisely the wrong moment. Pressure’s On: A simple...

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A Marine Pump Primer

How to Understanding these crucial pieces of equipment on your boat will help you keep water and other liquids where you want them, whether that’s in the engine, in the galley sink or overboard....

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Contributor Tip: A Hybrid Self-Steering Solution

How to This inexpensive alternative to a proper electric autopilot is capable in up to 5-foot seas offshore. This inexpensive alternative to a proper electric autopilot is capable in up to 5-foot seas...

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Are My Antennas Too Close To Each Other?

How to What constitutes appropriate separation for antennas on boats to ensure that mysterious “cross talk” interference from one system to another doesn’t occur. I spent yesterday with a group of...

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What Happens When A Boat Has Wires Running Through The Bilge?

How to You Might Be Shocked To Find Out! I’m not sure how many times I’ve commented on this topic here, but After a recent visit to a new boat it seems I need to remind all electrical and electronic...

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Alternator Cooling System For Boats With High Tech Battery Systems

How to A more effective cooling system for the alternator than basic engine room ventilation (especially on sailboats) is a great idea A more effective cooling system for the alternator than basic...

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