Photo Essay – January 2015
Is your Belt the Right Size
Photo and text by Steve D'Antonio Copyright 2015 SDMC, Inc. The belts used to turn various engine accessories- raw water pumps,...
Don’t Be Alarmed and Sea Sense
Don't Be Alarmed Why engine and other systems alarms are invaluable by Steve D'Antonio Keeping track of what is going on with your vessel's vital systems is a crucial part...
Moisture Testing
Text and photos © 2020 Steve D'Antonio Marine Consulting, Inc. Moisture Testing Moisture in fiberglass laminate and in cored composite construction is the source of significant...
June 2018 Newsletter
Photo Essay: Bonding Raw Water Plumbing; Is it Necessary?
A few weeks ago a client shared with me some observations made by a surveyor, one...
Editorial: Hotel Quarantine – Feature Article: Over-Current Protection
Text and photos © 2020 Steve D'Antonio Marine Consulting, Inc. From the Masthead Hotel Quarantine Imagine spending two weeks in a hotel, without setting foot outside the...
When to Adjust Valves
Steve: I have a question about adjusting the valves on my engine. If the engine is running smoothly and there is no smoke or slick...
Safe Shore Power and Electrocution Prevention
Safe Shore Power and Electrocution Prevention By Steve D’Antonio
Photos by Steve D'Antonio The serene water and inviting shore may look like an inviting location for a refreshing swim,...
The Trend Toward Complexity
The Trend Toward Complexity
A call to the marine industry to stop apologizing for it, and simply get on with making systems work reliably.
by Steve...
The Need for Smoke Detectors – Editorial: Read the Contract
From the Masthead
Read the Contract In the past few months I’ve received several calls from individuals who were preparing to take delivery of newly built...
Feature: Damper Plates – Editorial: It’s Dangerous Out There
From the Masthead
It’s Dangerous Out there; Pay attention, your life, limbs, or eyesight, may depend on it. When I was a U.S. Naval Sea...









