Refit and Upgrade

Dreams and Deferrals

By Jason Y. Wood | Posted September 2012

When it comes time to select a refit project for your boat, you can go in any number of directions. Make your short list: The projects that fit your boating style and budget will...

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Boat In A Box

By Chris Caswell | Posted September 2012

Hinckley Yachts rescues a Savannah 54 from a forgotten factory floor. Remember when you were a kid and you saved your allowance until you could go to the local hobby shop?...

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How To Install A Freshwater Washdown

By Capt. Vincent D... | Posted September 2012

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Installing Synthetic Teak Decks

By Capt. Vincent D... | Posted September 2012

Install synthetic teak decks and skip the constant maintenance. Complete professional fabrication and installation runs anywhere from $65 to $95 per square foot. Mazel often...

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Making a Refit Manageable

By Chris CaswellCapt. Bill Pike | Posted September 2012

Break down a project to manageable parts, and get some added tips from Capt. Bill Pike.

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Hands-On Stuffing Box Tips

By Capt. Vincent D... | Posted August 2012

Know how to keep your stuffing box happy? We have some DIY maintenance methods, including tips for both spud- and gland-type stuffing boxes, and some smart ways to head off...

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Joystick System Add-On for Twin Diesels

By Jason Y. Wood | Posted August 2012

Give yourself a break without getting a new boat. The Xenta system can add joystick power to many twin diesel boats, providing close-quarters maneuvering on par with pod-powered...

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LED Light Installation

By Eric Colby | Posted July 2012

An experienced boater realizes the benefits of retrofitting his 27-year-old boat with LED lighting.

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A Guide To Proper Seawater Plumbing

By Vince Daniello | Posted June 2012

Plumbing for seawater circuits is critical. Centrifugal air-conditioning pumps must be below the waterline to prime, and seawater hoses must rise continuously uphill from the...

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How To Add an Air Conditioner to Your Boat

By Capt. Vincent D... | Posted June 2012

How to Install an Air Conditioner on Your Boat Boatbuilders want simpler installations, so today many air-conditioning systems now contain all electronics within a single remote-...

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How To Install An Ice Maker On Your Boat

By Capt. Vincent D... | Posted June 2012

How to add a big-boat fishbox ice to a small sportfisher or any boat.

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Thruster Installation

By Eric Colby | Posted June 2012

Thruster Installation: A new thruster system offers an alternative to a conventional installation. How to install a thruster on your yacht.

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How to Install a Cockpit Refrigerator

By Capt. Vincent D... | Posted June 2012

Installing a Cockpit Drawer Refrigerator is Surprisingly Simple. Here's a step-by-step...

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