Tagged: repower
Surprisingly Complex
Repowering, the very word stimulates feelings of excitement and anxiety simultaneously in most power boaters. Positive images surface, such as shiny new engines pushing the boat to speeds once only dreamed about. And negative images bubble up, like the impact of critical part shortages and questionable installation practices. Interestingly, the exploration process uncovers a myriad of important details ranging from the integration of in-place and new wiring harnesses to transom sterndrive mounting hole sizes. A word of advice based on experience – take things slow and be as careful as possible, as mistakes can be large and possibly difficult to [...]
Smart Boating 66 – Engine Rebuild/Repower – Part 2
This show, part of a two program series, highlights the tradeoffs of the various approaches to refreshing a powerboat's main engine.
Smart Boating 65 – Engine Rebuild/Repower – Part 1
This show, the first part of a two program series, highlights the tradeoffs of the various approaches to refreshing a powerboat's main engine.
Smart Boating 58 – Project Boat – 2
This show, part two of a two part series, sheds light on the various processes and costs involved in project boats.
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.
Smart Boating 53 – Hybrid Engines
This show focuses on the features and benefits of hybrid engines recently introduced to the marine market.