Neutral to Ground Demystified
Text and photos © 2020 Steve D'Antonio Marine Consulting, Inc.
From the Masthead Yet another boat fire occurred just a few days ago, on Guntersville Lake...
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,...
Alaskan Excursion
From the Masthead
By now most boaters are aware of the issues presented by use of gasoline containing ethanol, which include tank and fuel system...
Paint and Aluminum – How to Ensure a Good Mix
Ensuring the Longevity of Paint When Applied Over Aluminum Components
April 2011 Military, commercial, scientific and a few recreational vessels built using aluminum alloy often utilize the un-painted approach, and...
Fixed Fire Suppression Systems
Fixed Fire Suppression Systems Text and photos by Steve D'Antonio
Copyright 2012
Fixed fire suppression systems offer those who have them substantial peace of mind.While the systems...
Troubleshooting Overheating Scenarios – Editorial: Blisters and Drying Bottoms
From the Masthead
Blisters and Drying Bottoms Bottom blisters and their repair; after corrosion, it is the most commonly misunderstood subject under the boat ownership sun....
Water Heater Primer
Water Heater Primer
By Steve D'Antonio
Copyright November 2013 Marine water heaters come in a variety of shapes and sizes with a similar range of quality and efficiency.
"It...
Feature: Air Conditioning Raw Water System Failure Avoidance – Editorial: Shortwave Radios and Letter...
From the Masthead
Shortwave Radios and Letter from Taiwan When I was in my pre-teens, I developed an interest in shortwave radio, which was a natural...
Potable Water Systems
Photos and text by Steve D'Antonio Copyright 2015 SDMC Inc.
From the Editor
Dear SDMC Marine Systems Excellence Ezine subscriber:
January has been a busy travel and project month...
The Art of the Engine Survey
Text and photos by Steve D’Antonio Copyright 2013
Skilled, experienced technicians understand what they need to do, and they have the right tools and know how...









