Troubleshooting Overheating Scenarios – Editorial: Blisters and Drying Bottoms
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Blisters and Drying Bottoms Bottom blisters and their repair; after corrosion, it is the most commonly misunderstood subject under the boat ownership sun....
Original Equipment vs. Aftermarket Oil and Fuel Filters
Original Equipment vs. Aftermarket Oil and Fuel Filters Is there a difference? by Steve D’Antonio All photos copyright Steve D'Antonio
This Ford Lehman engine has cruised for years...
“Zinc” Anode Selection and the Role Played by Galvanic Isolators – Editorial: Fire Extinguisher...
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Last month I received an e-newsletter form BoatU.S.® entitled “Boat Fire Extinguishers: Four Myths From the BoatUS Foundation”. Some were very useful,...
Seaworthy, Reliable and Safe
Seaworthy, Reliable, and Safe Text and photos by Steve D’Antonio Copyright © 2012 Steve D'Antonio Marine Consulting, Inc. Whether it is a far-off destination or your favorite anchorage close to...
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...
Brass vs. Bronze; Know your Underwater Alloys – Editorial: Boat Show Season is Upon...
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Boat show season is upon us once again. It began, for me, last month when I lectured at the International Boat Builders’...
50 vs. 60 Hz; Understanding the difference from a boat buying and ownership perspective
Text and photos copyright © 2018 Steve D'Antonio Marine Consulting, Inc. From the Masthead
A few months ago I found myself working on a project in La...
Don’t Underestimate the Importance of High-Water Alarms – Crossing the Bar, Tim Caruso
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Crossing the Bar My first impression of Tim Caruso was, “Uh oh, another mechanic prima donna, cranky, cantankerous and always has to get...
Editorial: Marine Systems Excellence Underway Once Again – Feature: Navigation Lights
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Marine Systems Excellence is Underway Once Again Let me begin by apologizing for the unintended hiatus taken by the Marine Systems Excellence eMagazine. ...
Caulk and Sealant Selection and Use – Editorial: The Big Three, Essential Tasks...
Text and photos copyright © 2018 Steve D’Antonio Marine Consulting, Inc.
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The Big Three Don’t wait. That’s been my advice to vessel owners and skippers...