August 2019 Newsletter
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Hello Steve, During the last haul out period, we dealt with a number of issues...
Feature Article: When the Engine Won’t Start… – Editorial: The Value of Carrying out...
From the Masthead
The Value of Carrying out an Inspection before Beginning a Refit I’m penning this month’s Marine Systems editorial while in flight, returning from...
Ask Steve – July 2015
Steve, I have a 1974 Grand Banks and just moved into a new port with new slips and the shore power is GFI protected....
February 2022 Newsletter “Cord-Grips”
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Photo Essay: Cord-Grips
Electrical issues represent by far the most common problem faced by vessel operators. ...
Dry Exhaust System Details – Editorial: Painting Engines
From the Masthead I began working in the marine industry as a mechanic and electrician back in 1988. At that time, I was in the...
Greenland Odyssey Part III
Photos and Text by Steve D'Antonio Copyright 2014 SDMC, Inc.
Letter from the Editor
2014 saw a number of changes in the marine industry as well as for...
A Boat Buyer’s ‘Top Ten’ Guide to a Pre-Offer Evaluation Part II
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From the Masthead: Simplicity vs. Reality
Not long ago I met with a potential client who...
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...
“Zinc” Anode Selection and the Role Played by Galvanic Isolators – Editorial: Fire Extinguisher...
From the Masthead
Last month I received an e-newsletter form BoatU.S.® entitled “Boat Fire Extinguishers: Four Myths From the BoatUS Foundation”. Some were very useful,...
Heat Exchanger TLC
Text and photos © 2020 Steve D'Antonio Marine Consulting, Inc. From the Masthead A few months ago, while carrying out an inspection on a new vessel,...