September 2022 Thoughts on Lithium Batteries By Chris Mapp Lithium batteries are all the rage when it comes to power for American anglers and sportsmen. The technology boasts lighter... Read More
August 2022 When the way you’ve always done it isn’t good enough By Chris Mapp The highlighted engine is a DF250SS Suzuki. Suzuki, like all outboards today, are very well made, yet outside influences can... Read More
July 2022 Servicing Your Boat and Outboard…More Critical Now Than Ever By Chris Mapp In today’s marketplace there are many basic parts, including many outboard engines of various horsepower ranges, that are almost impossible... Read More
June 2022 When Insurance Companies Don’t Want to Pay Up By Chris Mapp When the unexpected happens boat owners expect to file an insurance claim to recover damages. However, it’s not always that... Read More
May 2022 Corrosion and Saltwater are Synonymous By Chris Mapp There are many ways to protect and preserve each part of the boat’s systems that are susceptible to corrosion, yet... Read More
March 2022 Protect Your Outboard Engine Investment By Chris Mapp Few things can stop an outboard engine dead in its tracks quicker than lubrication failure. Annual servicing by a qualified... Read More
February 2022 Troubleshooting Power-Pole Failures By Chris Mapp The Power-Pole Shallow Water Anchor is a wonderful and popular addition to your boat, but like any other electrical or... Read More
January 2022 What You Can’t See Can Hurt You By Chris Mapp Happy and Prosperous New Year to All! Corrosion (oxidation) of aluminum is a natural result of saltwater exposure over time;... Read More
December 2021 How Does Water Enter Outboard Engine Cowlings? By Chris Mapp Boats with twin engines, specifically most catamaran hulls, are susceptible to water entering the engine powerhead through the fresh air... Read More
November 2021 Preventing Electrical System Failures By Chris Mapp There are many reasons why electrical systems fail. In our world, the primary source is the corrosive effect of saltwater.... Read More