Tagged: repair
In God We Trust
It is almost June and, unfortunately, many of us are still ensnared in pre-launch activities. One of those tasks, of course, is replacing defective equipment and this year, the small water-sensing bilge pump was on the list. Last Saturday, I purchased a new pump at the local yard, and then, with some difficulty, installed the pump under the engine before moving on to other tasks on the list. Things proceeded according to plan for the remaining morning hours until during a short break it occurred to me that the normal pump buzzing sound, typically projected every few minutes when it [...]
Smart Boating 215 – Marine Coatings & Epoxies
This show focuses on epoxy and paint products for use during spring commissioning.
Smart Boating 192 – Epoxies, Varnishes, & Paints
This show focuses on the applications of a sampling of new epoxies, varnishes, and paints.
Smart Boating 162 – Fiberglass Blister Repair
This show sheds light on how to prevent fiberglass blisters and how to fix them, as well as how to protect underwater metals from corrosion.
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 [...]
Smart Boating 130 – Fiberglass Boat Repair
This show features a number of informative demonstrations that illuminate the useful qualities of many of the new marine epoxies.
Smart Boating 128 – Propellers
This show looks inside a professional propeller shop to examine the activites involved with repairing and refurbishing outboard and inboard propellers.
Smart Boating 57 – Project Boat – 1
This show, part one of a two part series, sheds light on the various points to consider regarding project boats.