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Author: Rod Sanders

Rod is an avid boater that enjoys trying to keep his boat running. He's not afraid to get his hands dirty and is eager to share his knowledge to keep his readers from making the same mistakes he has in the past! He enjoys hearing from his readers so be sure to drop a friendly message if you are enjoying the content.
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October 30, 2022 Cleaning / Maintenance

Our Top Picks for the Best Vinyl Cleaner

Part of maintaining your boat each season is ensuring you have the best vinyl cleaner to keep your boats interior

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October 19, 2022 Maintenance / DIY / Educational

How to Winterize a Boat: Inboard Engine

If you’re not in an area that stays above freezing all year, then you’ll need to know how to winterize

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September 15, 2022 Cleaning / Maintenance

Our 10 Product Test for the Best Hull Cleaner

We wanted to find out which was the best hull cleaner to remove stains and tough buildups on a boat

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June 9, 2022 Maintenance / DIY / Fluids / Outboard Unit

How to Change Lower Unit Gear Oil in a Yamaha 60HP Outboard

An essential part of maintaining your boat is to change the oil in an outboard unit at least once a

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March 7, 2022 Maintenance / Educational / Fluids / Inboard Engine / Treatment

5 Best Fuel Stabilizers to Winterize a Boat

Whether you plan to store your boat long term, or simply winterize it, it’s essential to treat the fuel with

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October 1, 2021 DIY / Educational / Electrical

How to Test an Alternator on a Boat or Other Vehicle

So you have a dead battery, or maybe a boat that’s slow to start? How to test an alternator is

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July 13, 2021 Cleaning

Best Vinyl Protectant for Boat Seats

Using the best vinyl protectant for boat seats you can find is an important part of keeping the vinyl in

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June 21, 2021 Educational

How To: Run Your Boat Out of the Water On Muffs, or Motor Flushers

It’s important to understand how your boats engine works to keep it safe during operation. One of the biggest things

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June 20, 2021 Educational

Boating License Guide: Requirements for Each State

If you’re looking to operate a marine vessel in the United States, you may be wondering if you need a

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June 13, 2021 Cleaning / Maintenance / Treatment

Our Test For The Best Rubbing Compound – How to Remove Oxidation From a Boat Hull

If you’re reading this article, you’re probably wondering the best way to remove oxidation from a boat hull. Lucky for

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How to Change Lower Unit Gear Oil in a Yamaha 60HP Outboard

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