Stainless Steel – Miracle Metal?
This "wasp-waisted" strut bolt represents a classic example of crevice corrosion
Stainless steel; the very name implies virtual metallurgical immortality. Since its accidental discovery nearly 100 years ago,...
Oil Analysis – Editorial: The Need for Vocational Training
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As I mentioned in a previous column, an editorial I authored was recently published in a trade publication, on the subject of...
Engine Room Inspection – Editorial: Cruising the Columbia River
Text and photos © 2021 Steve D'Antonio Marine Consulting, Inc.
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I’m writing this column, while lying alongside a dock in Portland, Oregon, having...
Photo Essay: The Value of Backup Power
Text and Photos by Steve D’Antonio Copyright © 2014 SDMC Inc. An event that occurred a few days ago reminded me of the importance of a...
Photo Essay: Easily Serviceable Hull Strainers
In previous Photo Essays, specifically July 2014 and November 2014, I reviewed hull strainers gone awry, including clogging as a result of both marine...
A Boat Buyer’s ‘Top Ten’ Guide to a Pre-Offer Evaluation Part II
Text and photos copyright © 2018 Steve D'Antonio Marine Consulting, Inc.
From the Masthead: Simplicity vs. Reality
Not long ago I met with a potential client who...
Editorial: Voided Warranties – Feature: The Many Weaknesses of Raw-Water Check Valves
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"That'll Void your Warranty" It’s something I hear often, often from engine and equipment dealers, and even some manufacturers, “If you do that,...
Feature: Risks of Undersized Bonding/Grounding Wires – Editorial: You Have Enemies?
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You have Enemies? If you are in this industry long enough, you are bound to make a few enemies, but that’s not necessarily...
Onboard Alarms – Part II
Text and Photos By Steve D'Antonio Copyright May 2014 While some alarms afford users a simple convenience, a warning regarding a nearly full holding tank for...
Cracking the Code: Working with Boat Yards and the Marine Industry Part I
Text and photos by Steve D'Antonio Copyright © 2016
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Last month I solicited readers for feedback on their marine industry customer care experiences. I received a...









