So you need to fill and purge your hydraulic steering system and don’t have access to SeaStar’s Power Purge Jr. (We did an article about […] Read More
Category: Maintenance and Upgrades
Spring Boat Maintenance Tips With spring on the horizon your thoughts are no doubt beginning to turn to your boat once more with thoughts of […] Read More
As the name suggests, the Optimus 360 Joystick Docking Control is an absolute joy to use! The system by SeaStar Solutions allows all boaters, no […] Read More
Foot throttles have been around for many years being particularly popular with owners of fast bass boats in the USA and performance race boats around […] Read More
The following article gives guidance on keeping your boat’s mechanical steering system in good working order, helping you to enjoy reliable boating for many years. […] Read More
When people think of boat maintenance their attention usually turns to the engine and getting it serviced once a year. But what about other essential […] Read More
All planing hull boats benefit from being properly trimmed when underway. Not only will it help improve the speed of your boat, but it will […] Read More
There’s a lot to cover before you launch your boat for the first time this season, especially if you’ve got a larger vessel with multiple […] Read More
As a part of routine maintenance on your boat, it’s very important that for about every 100 hours of use that you check your timing […] Read More
It’s getting to be that time of the year again, cold weather is approaching and the beautiful days that you can get on the boat […] Read More
The idea behind maintaining your fuel injection system is pretty much a no-brainer; it keeps your engine reliable and ensures proper performance. Gunk builds up […] Read More
Picture this, you’re enjoying your day out on the water when you see a rainbow looking film on the water. You think, “Oh no! […] Read More
Everyone wants their boat looking perfect and in tip-top condition, but do you know what chemicals you are putting on your boat and into the […] Read More
Let’s talk about Fuel lines, what those ratings mean, how it matters, and how we have you covered for all applications. First, lets talk about […] Read More
I’ve heard steering cables should be ‘maintained.’ How exactly is this done? By keeping your boat’s steering system in proper working order you can ensure […] Read More
You pull the starter off of your Mercruiser (GM manufactured 5.7L) I/O and take it to the nearest auto parts supplier for a replacement. The […] Read More
For some time, marine technicians needed an easier way to diagnose engine problems without the added expense of a laptop or having to maneuver a […] Read More
When the starter on your marine engine refuses to crank, the engine’s starter may have gone bad. First, you need to make sure the starter […] Read More
INSTALLATION, INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE OF HOSE SYSTEMS Don’t Neglect This Critically Important System On Your Boat Shields Marine manufactures a wide variety of hoses for […] Read More
If you’ve ever asked yourself “Why would I need a Jackplate on my boat,” keep reading. A jackplate is a specially designed mounting bracket […] Read More
As spring slowly approaches, it’s time to start planning for boating season. In order to make sure your boat is safe and running efficiently, you […] Read More