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Winter Projects
It is mid-winter, a good time for boat projects. There are a wide variety of things which can be renewed, rebuilt or replaced from bilge pumps to upholstery. Importantly, the kinks in the supply chain have not been completely straightened out and lead times have been significantly impacted. So if you’re interested in being among the first in the water, there’s no time for delay. Get your projects underway today so you’ll be good to go once the warm weather returns.
Sawzall, Hammer, Pliers…
It’s officially winter now, and most boats in this neck of the woods are on the hard. Now, this is a double-edged sword because while the ability to voyage forth is completely comprised, the opportunity to fix things, long on the “to-do” list arises. Winter is typically not the time for “Mickey Mouse” type repairs that require needle nose pliers and small Philips-head screwdrivers. Rather it’s the time for major league repairs like replacing wet wheelhouse coring or significant stringer rot using serious tools like sawzalls, crowbars, and 5 lb. sledge hammers. A nice bonus associated with winter projects is [...]