A Listing of Online Articles and Columns Through 2016
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2001
2002
2006
2007
- Winterize Your Batteries, Then Chill; Cruising World, November 2007
- Tie Up and Plug In; Cruising World, September 2007
- On Being Well Connected; Cruising World, October 2007
- Powerful Bonds; Cruising World, January 2007
- Cool Running; Cruising World, February 2007
- A Matter of Degrees; Cruising World, March 2007
- Heat 'Er Up, Start 'Er Up; Cruising World, June 2007
- Keep the Valve Train on Track; Cruising World, July 2007
- A Cool Piece of Gear; Cruising World, August 2007
- Keep It Clean; Cruising World, May 2007
- Bleed Out the Air; Cruising World, June 2007
- Don't Freeze Up This Winter; Cruising World, December 2007
2008
- Play It Straight; Cruising world, February 2008
- Transmission Generators are Upon Us; PassageMaker, April 2008
- Core Concerns: Reefing and Backfilling; Cruising World, September 2008
- Wire and Plumb Your Bilge Pump Properly; Cruising World, March 2008
- A Simple Valve Prevents Flooding; Cruising World, April 2008
- Prevent Leaking or Frozen Valves Below the Water Line; Cruising World, December 2008
- Service Your Stuffing Box; Cruising World, January 2008
- Prevent an Onboard Fire; Cruising World, November 2008
- A Job that will Steer You Right; Cruising World, June 2008
- Charging the other batteries; SDMC Marine Systems Excellence column, April 2008
- Electrocution Prevention; SDMC Marine Systems Excellence column, August 2008
- When to adjust valves; SDMC Marine Systems Excellence column, March 2008
- Primary Fuel Filters, 2, 10 or 30 microns?; SDMC Marine Systems Excellence column, June 2008
- Oil Change Fundamentals; SDMC Marine Systems Excellence column, November 2008
- Fire Extinguisher Query; SDMC Marine Systems Excellence column, March 2008
- New Battery Technology; PassageMaker, June 2008
- Stainless Steel and Corrosion; PassageMaker, August 2008
- Transmission Generators are Upon Us; PassageMaker, April 2008
- Generator Break- In and the Importance Thereof; PassageMaker, October 2008
- Generator Break- In and the Importance Thereof; PassageMaker, October 2008
- The Proliferation of Polishing Systems; PassageMaker, December 2008
2009
- Horsepower and Torque; PassageMaker, January 2009
- Keep an Eye on the Fuel Tank; Cruising World, January 2009
- Beware of Stainless- Steel Corrosion; Cruising World, May 2009
- Inspect Your Grounding System; Cruising World, September 2009
- Good Reasons to Ground; Cruising World, December 2009
- Put Your Motor to Work; Cruising World, September 2009
- Choose the Right Crankcase Oil; Cruising World, February 2009
- Keep an Eye on the Fuel Tank; Cruising World, January 2009
- Diesel Dos and Don'ts; Cruising World, August 2009
- Hold Your Boat Together; Cruising World, January 2009
- Pick the Proper Hose; Cruising World, April 2009
- Don't Be Tight When Buying Clamps; Cruising World, June 2009
- Plan Ahead and Play It Safe; Cruising World, February 2009
- Advanced DC Charging Systems; SDMC Marine Systems Excellence column, December 2009
- Carbon Monoxide Poisoning; SDMC Marine Systems Excellence column, January 2009
- Life Rafts Part I; SDMC Marine Systems Excellence column, July 2009
- Life Rafts Part II; SDMC Marine Systems Excellence column, October 2009
- The Often Neglected and Frequently Misunderstood Engine Survey; PassageMaker, March 2009
- Do Paint and Aluminum Mix?; PassageMaker, July 2009
- Electrical Interference; PassageMaker, October 2009
- Horsepower and Torque; PassageMaker, January 2009
- Filter Monitoring; PassageMaker, November 2009
- Water Heater Primer; PassageMaker, April 2009
- Smoke Detectors; PassageMaker, September 2009
2010
- Enough Juice for the Job; Cruising World, July 2010
- Simple Essential for the Cruiser's Tool Kit; Cruising World, November 2010
- Avoid Shock; Cruising World, February 2010
- Reducing Shore- Power Risks; Professional BoatBuilder, May 2010
- Time for A New Filter?; Cruising World, January 2010
- Risk of Engine Drowning; Professional BoatBuilder, March 2010
- Wide- Open Throttle; Professional BoatBuilder, September 2010
- Read Those Smoke Signals; Cruising World, June 2010
- Time for A New Filter?; Cruising World, January 2010
- Fuel Fills; Professional BoatBuilder, June 2010
- Clean Before You Install; Cruising World, March 2010
- Beware of The Odor; Cruising World, August 2010
- Don't Land in Hot Water; Cruising World, December 2010
- The Standards for Seacocks; Professional BoatBuilder, April 2010
- Check the Cutless Bearing on the Hard; Cruising World, January 2010
- Running Gear Alignment; Professional BoatBuilder, November 2010
- Where There's Smoke...; Cruising World, December 2010
- Offshore Passage Prep: Hydraulics; Professional BoatBuilder, July 2010
- Treat Your Friend on the Bow Right; Cruising World, September 2010
- Sweating the Small Stuff; Professional BoatBuilder, February 2010
- All in a Day's Work for a Chesapeake Bay Pilot; SDMC Marine Systems Excellence column, February 2010
- Cruising Log of S/V Alchemy; SDMC Marine Systems Excellence column, December 2010
- Battery Bank Upgrade; PassageMaker, December 2010
- Inverter Installation Notes; PassageMaker, November 2010
- Fuel Tank Installation Notes; PassageMaker, May 2010
- Don't Be Under Alarmed: Part I; PassageMaker, January 2010
- Don't Be Under Alarmed: Part II; PassageMaker, March 2010
- Part I: Venture II Ventures North; PassageMaker, July 2010
- Part II: Venture II Ventures North; PassageMaker, August 2010
- Part III: Venture II Ventures North; PassageMaker, September 2010
2011
- Avoiding the Boatyard Blues; Cruising World, April 2011
- Engines Need Pre Purchase Surveys; Cruising World, May 2011
- Bare is Better; Cruising World, March 2011
- Demystifying the Neutral- to- Ground Connection; Professional BoatBuilder, October 2011
- Beef Up Your Antenna Wire; Cruising World, February 2011
- Proper Nav Lights Keep You Safe; Cruising World, December 2011
- Generators Done Right; Professional BoatBuilder, March 2011
- Go After Those Rust Stains; Cruising World, September 2011
- Put Your Mast To Bed Correctly; Cruising World, October 2011
- Get Your Water Systems Ready for Winter; Cruising World, January 2011
- Get to Know Your Check Valves; Cruising World, February 2011
- How To: Stuffing Box Upkeep; Cruising World, October 2011
- Add A High- Water Alarm for Peace of Mind; Cruising World, August 2011
- Paint and Aluminum - How to Ensure a Good Mix; SDMC Marine Systems Excellence column, April 2011
- Stainless Steel - Miracle Metal?; SDMC Marine Systems Excellence column, September 2011
- Properly Breaking in Your Generator and Why This is Important; SDMC Marine Systems Excellence column, May 2011
- Ask Steve: Does it take more than 50-amps to do this damage?; SDMC Marine Systems Excellence column, October 2011
- Properly Breaking in Your Generator and Why This is Important; SDMC Marine Systems Excellence column, May 2011
- Fuel Filters Simplified; SDMC Marine Systems Excellence column, September 2011
- Don't Be Alarmed and Sea Sense; SDMC Marine Systems Excellence column, August 2011
- Complacency and Situational Awareness; SDMC Marine Systems Excellence column, November 2011
- Risk Assessment and Vessel Preparation - Part I; SDMC Marine Systems Excellence column, December 2011
- Battery Charger Selection; PassageMaker, April 2011
- Battery Charger Installation; PassageMaker, May 2011
- Information, Please; PassageMaker, March 2011
- Bonding Systems and Corrosion; PassageMaker, June 2011
- Galvanic Isolators And "Zinc" Anode Selection; PassageMaker, July 2011
- Don't Fall for the Brass Line; PassageMaker, November 2011
- Cavitation Erosion; PassageMaker, December 2011
- A 'Belt and Suspenders' Approach to Belts; PassageMaker, October 2011
- Hose Clamp Selection: Part I; PassageMaker, August 2011
- Hose Clamp Installation and Use; PassageMaker, August 2011
- Safety Check: Are You CO Detectors Working?; PassageMaker, January 2011
- Nautic Air; PassageMaker, February 2011
- Add A High- Water Alarm for Peace of Mind; Cruising World, August 2011
- Risk Assessment and Vessel Preparation - Part I; SDMC Marine Systems Excellence column, December 2011
2012
- The Vacuum Gauge tool; Professional BoatBuilder, May 2012
- Keep an Eye on Keel Bolts; Cruising World, March 2012
- Guarantee Sturdy Lifelines; Cruising World, March 2012
- Get to Know Your Multimeter; Cruising World, April 2012
- Be Ready for Trouble; Cruising World, January 2012
- Service Your Winches; Cruising World, February 2012
- Vibraseal Marine Thread Sealant; Professional BoatBuilder, December 2012 (SCROLL DOWN)
- Exemplary Marine Trades Training; Professional BoatBuilder, October 2012 (SCROLL DOWN)
- Risk Assessment and Vessel Preparation - Part II; SDMC Marine Systems Excellence column, February 2012
- My Old Boat Has Good Legs; SDMC Marine Systems Excellence column, February 2012
- An Introduction to the World of Marine Inspections; SDMC Marine Systems Excellence column, April 2012
- Seaworthy, Reliable, and Safe; SDMC Marine Systems Excellence column, April 2012
- Safe Shore Power and Electrocution Prevention; SDMC Marine Systems Excellence column, July 2012
- Original Equipment vs. Aftermarket Oil and Fuel Filters; SDMC Marine Systems Excellence column, March 2012
- Ask Steve: PVC Plumbing, Low Hour Engine Maintenance, Solar Panel Fire; SDMC Marine Systems Excellence column, July 2012
- Ask Steve: PVC Plumbing, Low Hour Engine Maintenance, Solar Panel Fire; SDMC Marine Systems Excellence column, July 2012
- Seacock Selection, Service, and How to Avoid the Pitfalls; SDMC Marine Systems Excellence column, June 2012
- Special Edition-Fire and Smoke Detectors; SDMC Marine Systems Excellence column, January 2012
- A Pilot's Perspective: Running in Reduced Visibility; SDMC Marine Systems Excellence column, May 2012
- Risk Assessment and Vessel Preparation - Part II; SDMC Marine Systems Excellence column, February 2012
- Anchors Aweigh; SDMC Marine Systems Excellence column, March 2012
- Taiwan Logbook; SDMC Marine Systems Excellence column, May 2012
- Musical Boat Maintenance; SDMC Marine Systems Excellence column, June 2012
- The Coolant Recovery Bottle: An Unsung Hero of the Engine Room; PassageMaker, May 2012
- Core Concerns; PassageMaker, March 2012
- Avoiding Sanitation System Woes; PassageMaker, January 2012
- Propeller Nut Myth Busting; PassageMaker, February 2012
- Anti-Fouling TLC For Your Running Gear; PassageMaker, April 2012
- Multimeter Resistance Function - Ohms; Cruising World, July 2012
- How to Use an Infrared Pyrometer: Too Hot, or Not?; Cruising World, September 2012
- All Amped Up: Multimeter Ampere Measurement; Cruising World, July 2012
- One Cool Remedy: Galvanic Isolators; Cruising World, October 2012
- Diesel Engine Maintenance: Liquid Diagnosis; Cruising World, December 2012
2013
- Tenax Canvas Fasteners; Professional BoatBuilder, January 2013 (SCROLL DOWN)
- Run Free, Running Gear; Cruising World, January 2013
- Cutless Bearing Etiquette; SDMC Marine Systems Excellence column, February 2013
- Navigation Lights: See and be Seen; PassageMaker, March 2013
- Odor Beaters: Holding Tank Ventilation; Cruising World, March 2013
- How to Touch Up Painted Aluminum; Cruising World, March 2013
- To Crimp or Solder?; Cruising World, March 2013
- The Ins and Outs of Shorepower Transformers; PassageMaker, April 2013
- Smart Battery Combiner; Professional BoatBuilder, September 2013 (SCROLL DOWN)
- The Lowdown on Caulk; PassageMaker, April 2013
- Clevis Pins, Cotter Pins, And Seizing Wire; Cruising World, April 2013
- Battery-Post Adapter Terminals; Cruising World, March 2013
- Your Chain Explained: Understanding Anchor Chain; Cruising World, May 2013
- The Importance of Professionalism; SDMC Marine Systems Excellence column, March 2013,
- Reading Oil Analysis Reports; Professional BoatBuilder, May 2013
- Attention to Detail; SDMC Marine Systems Excellence column, April 2013
- Rigged Right: Refitting your Chainplates; Cruising World, May 2013
- Primary Fuel Filters; PassageMaker, June 2013
- TruDesign Nonmetallic Seacocks; Professional BoatBuilder, June 2013 (SCROLL DOWN)
- Shaft Alignment; PassageMaker, June 2013
- Down to Brass Tacks; Cruising World, July 2013
- Break the Bonds: How to Free Seized Bolts; Cruising World, July 2013
- The Ins and Outs of Cored Composite Construction and Deck Hardware Installation; SDMC Marine Systems Excellence column, July 2013
- Water Colors; SDMC Marine Systems Excellence column, August 2013
- Gelcoat Cracks: Should You be Worried?; PassageMaker, August 2013
- LPG Tank Recall; Professional BoatBuilder, September 2013 (SCROLL DOWN)
- Fuel Polishing Systems Explained; SDMC Marine Systems Excellence column, September 2013
- Horsepower and Torque Explained; SDMC Marine Systems Excellence column, October 2013
- Understanding Ethanol; Cruising World, October 2013
- Proper Windlass Selection and Installation Tips; PassageMaker, November 2013
- Joystick Evolution; Professional BoatBuilder, November 2013
2014
- Keeping Paint on Aluminum; Professional BoatBuilder, December 2014
- Remote Alerts for Smoke and CO; Professional BoatBuilder, September 2014
- The Art of Concealment; Professional BoatBuilder, July 2014
- Get Home Hydraulics; Professional BoatBuilder, January 2014
- Call for Backup; Professional BoatBuilder, May 2014
- Marine Systems: Potable Water; Cruising World, January 2014
- Treat Your Windlass Right; Cruising World, June 2014
- Engine Cooling System Tips; Cruising World, July 2014
- Go For The Flow: Primary Fuel Filters; Cruising World, October 2014
- Bank Withdrawal: Monitoring With An Amp-Hour Meter; Cruising World, November 2014
- Zinc and Aluminum Sacrificial Anodes; Cruising World, March 2014
- Key Components of a Successful Spring Commissioning Inspection; PassageMaker, April 2014
- The Ethos of Damage Control; PassageMaker, May 2014
- Don’t Get Hosed: Choosing The Right Conduit Makes A Difference; PassageMaker, June 2014
- Demystifying Electromagnetic and Radio Frequency Interference; SDMC Marine Systems Excellence Ezine, January 2015
- Fuel and Air Filter Service Protocols; SDMC Marine Systems Excellence Ezine, February 2014
- Onboard Alarms Part I; SDMC Marine Systems Excellence Ezine, April 2014
- Onboard Alarms Part II; SDMC Marine Systems Excellence Ezine, May 2014
- A Tale of Two Messages; SDMC Marine Systems Excellence Ezine; June 2014
- Ask Steve - July; SDMC Marine Systems Excellence Ezine, July 2014
- Photo Essay - Hull Strainer; SDMC Marine Systems Excellence Ezine, July 2014
- Fuel Tank Installation; SDMC Marine Systems Excellence Ezine, July 2014
- Ask Steve - August; SDMC Marine Systems Excellence Ezine, August 2014
- Photo Essay- Starter Post; SDMC Marine Systems Excellence Ezine, August 2014
- Ask Steve - September; SDMC Marine Systems Excellence Ezine, September 2014
- Photo Essay - The Value of Backup Power; SDMC Marine Systems Excellence Ezine, September 2014
- Ask Steve - October; SDMC Marine Systems Excellence Ezine, October 2014
- Greenland Odyssey Part I; SDMC Marine Systems Excellence Ezine, October 2014
- Ask Steve - November; SDMC Marine Systems Excellence, November 2014
- Photo Essay - Hull Strainers Revisited; SDMC Marine Systems Excellence Ezine, November 2014
- Greenland Odyssey Part II; SDMC Marine Systems Excellence Ezine, November 2014
- Ask Steve - December; SDMC Marine Systems Excellence Ezine, December 2014
- Photo Essay - Easily Serviceable Hull Strainers; SDMC Marine Systems Exellence Ezine, December 2014
- Greenland Odyssey Part III; SDMC Marine Systems Excellence Ezine, December 2014
- Inverter Installations: What You Need to Know; SDMC Marine Systems Excellence Ezine, August 2014
2015
- Potable Water Systems; SDMC Marine Systems Excellence Ezine, January 2015
- Ask Steve - January; SDMC Marine Systems Excellence Ezine, January 2015
- Photo Essay - January; SDMC Marine Systems Excellence Ezine, January 2015
- Ask Steve - February; SDMC Marine Systems Excellence Ezine, February 2015
- Photo Essay - February; SDMC Marine Systems Excellence Ezine, February
- Capacitor Power; Professional BoatBuilder, February 2015
- Why You Shouldn't Go Easy on Diesel; Professional BoatBuilder, February 2015
- Boat Paint: Barrier Coat; Cruising World, February 2015
- Proper Propeller Removal; SDMC Marine Systems Excellence Ezine, February 2015
- Ask Steve - March; SDMC Marine Systems Excellence Ezine
- Photo Essay - March; SDMC Marine Systems Excellence Ezine, March 2015
- Propeller Installation; SDMC Marine Systems Excellence Ezine, March 2015
- Ask Steve - April; SDMC Marine Systems Excellence Ezine, April 2015
- Photo Essay - April; SDMC Marine Systems Excellence Ezine, April 2015
- Ask Steve - May; SDMC Marine Systems Excellence Ezine, May 2015
- Photo Essay - May; SDMC Marine Systems Excellence Ezine, May 2015
- Hose Clamps Part I: Design and Selection; SDMC Marine Systems Excellence Ezine, May 2015
- Managing Your Charge Account; Cruising World, May 2015
- Understanding Coolant Recovery Bottles; Cruising World, May 2015
- Risks of Undersized Bonding Wire; Professional BoatBuilder, May 2015
- Venting the Engine Room; Professional BoatBuilder, June 2015
- Gearhead: Exhaust Temperature Analysis; PropTalk, June 2015
- Synthetic Oil; Cruising World, July 2015
- Oil Analysis; PropTalk, August 2015
- Antifouling Tactics; Professional BoatBuilder, August 2015
- Steel Your Resolve; Cruising World, August 2015
- Horsepower and Torque; PropTalk, September 2015
- Horsepower and Torque Part II; PropTalk, October 2015
- The Hard Facts About Hardware Installation; Professional BoatBuilder, October 2015
2016
- Don't Close the Door on Side Access Panels; Professional BoatBuilder, January 2016
- Photo Essay - January; SDMC Marine Systems Excellence Ezine, January 2016
- Inspecting LP Gas Systems; Professional BoatBuilder, January 2016
- Fighting the Smoke Detector Exception; Professional BoatBuilder, February 2016
- Photo Essay - February; SDMC Marine Systems Excellence Ezine; February 2016
- Diesel Engines; Cruising World, March 2016
- March Newsletter; SDMC Marine Systems Excellence Ezine; March 2016
- Contemporary Boats, Tasmanian Tradition at Denman Marine; Professional BoatBuilder, March 2016
- The Importance of Grounding Electronics; PropTalk, April 2016
- When Lightning Strikes: Following Standards Minimizes Boat Damage; Professional BoatBuilder, April 2016
- April Newsletter; SDMC Marine Systems Excellence Ezine; April 2016
- Stainless Steel; PropTalk, May 2016
- Deciphering the Ingress Protection Code; Professional BoatBuilder, June 2016
- June Newsletter; SDMC Marine Systems Excellence Ezine; June 2016
- July Newsletter; SDMC Marine Systems Excellence Ezine; July 2016
- Clamp it!; PropTalk, September 2016
- September Newsletter; SDMC Marine Systems Excellence Ezine; September 2016
- October Newsletter; SDMC Marine Systems Excellence Ezine; October 2016
- Boat Shows; PropTalk, November 2016
- November Newsletter; SDMC Marine Systems Excellence Ezine; November 2016
- December Newsletter; SDMC Marine Systems Excellence Ezine; December 2016
2017
- May Newsletter; SDMC Marine Systems Excellence Ezine; May 2016
- August Newsletter; SDMC Marine Systems Excellence Ezine; August 2016
- Working with Boatyards and the Marine Industry; PropTalk, March 2017
- The Infinitely Useful Infrared Pyrometer; Professional BoatBuilder, February 2017
- January 2017 Newsletter; SDMC Marine Systems Excellence E-zine, January 2017
- The Engine Room's Unsung Hero - Motor Mounts; SDMC Marine Systems Excellence E-zine, January 2017
- Avoiding Common Exhaust System Errors and Failures
- Winterizing your Batteries; PropTalk, November 2017