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How to Spot, Fix & Prevent Shaft Seal Leaks on Cruising Boats

How to Spot, Fix & Prevent Shaft Seal Leaks on Cruising Boats

Protect your boat’s value with expert cleaning tips. Learn how to tackle salt, grime, and stains to keep your vessel in top shape year-round.

Discover the best tank senders for tracking fuel, water, and waste on boats. Learn about sight tubes, floats, ultrasonic senders, and more for accurate readings.

Both have their advantages and disadvantages, and both require making smart purchasing decisions.

Your boat and its systems are composed of a wide variety of fasteners.

You do not need to be a seasoned mechanic to have confidence in your engine.

Gelcoat can protect your boat season after season—if you follow these maintenance tips when it’s time for repairs.

With preventive maintenance now, a few more months of excellent cruising can follow prime boating season.

Hoses need regular inspection and periodic replacement, or all kinds of leaks and drips can result.

Spending the time to make an owner’s manual for your boat will pay dividends in the long run.

Palm Beach’s Newest Space Ship

The company is scaling up production on its innovative replacement to marine plywood derived from 100 percent recycled plastic waste.

Sprains, strains and fractures are common onboard injuries, each with specific treatments.

The big puma from a powercat pioneer

We walk you through hull number 3, one of the first in the states.

The three-stateroom model is a sophisticated and stylish little ship.

Essential Boat Pre-Departure Checklist for Cruisers

Power, Precision and Elegance

On every used boat, treasures await. They’re usually wrapped in mystery, possibly alongside a pink thong.

Night navigation can be an enjoyable, safe experience, and a way to gain confidence and competence.