I'm working on installing a new Garmin AP w/ Smart Pump. Reading the "hydraulic considerations" page in the install manual and it states: "This pump must not be installed with a steering system that has an unvented reservoir, because it will damagethe pump. Before installing the pump, you...

Time to replace these short sections of hose on the raw water inlet pipe. Hard wall will be much more supportive but silicone will be easier to work with if I need to remove the pipe…like for impeller replacement, currently pia . Six of one, half dozen of the other or is one choice a clear...

I painted the vertical supports between forward glass, corners to side glass, and between side fixed panel and sliders to update the look a bit. The bright white, to me, was too much contrast between the grey tint on side glass and even the clear glass of the forward panels. Too modern for an...

I saw this on another boating site. Thought I’d share it just in case somebody forgets to water their batteries.

Hey guys - our 1991 41C has Stainless Steel "rocket launchers" or rod holders across the rear of the cabin and also across the rear of the flybridge. Each rod holder has a plastic insert that is 2" (inside diameter of the stainless tube) - see photos... Does anyone have ideas/options of...

Thinking about replacing original plow style with a Rocna or Mantus. How big - 125lbs for a 56 Hatt my? Can the original galley made windless handle? Existing 300' - 3/8 BBB chain. Planned cruising grounds: Intercoastal Southeast gulf, east coast, and bahamas. Don't like marinas so planning on...