Systems

Inside tricks from the pros on maintaining your boat's stabilizer system.

Head trouble off at the pass by giving your boat a thorough physical. Learn more here.

Fall is an ideal time to inspect your engine’s cooling system.

Inspecting your boat’s exhaust system now might save your engine later. Or your life.

Add a FuelSep to your engine’s fuel line and get ready for a cleaner burn.

Learn about the maintenance benefits of infrared sensors.

Find tips to help you maintain your davits or crane here.

Your fuel-water separator may not be the most glamorous thing on your boat, but it could be one of the most important. Check out our guide to how to best take care of your system.

Being smart at the dock can save you major headaches out at sea.

You need to know the differences between battery types before you can pick the right setup for your boat.

You may be tempted to keep all sorts of spare parts on your boat, but really, you’d just be adding clutter to your decks. We break down the essential spare parts you really need to have onboard.

There’s nothing glamorous about it, but maintaining a clean and well running bilge system is a good indicator that you’re a consummate boater. Here's everything you need to know about maintaining your bilges.

There are so many types of marine stabilizers out there that it can make your head spin. How do they all work?

Capt. Richard Thiel looks at the effectiveness of onboard fire-suppression systems and also points out why you might not be as safe as you think.

Everything you need to know about fixing your air conditioner.

Here’s some expert advice to keep your boat's air conditioner operating properly.

Here’s some expert advice to help you maintain your Lofrans’ Project 1500 Windlass.

Here’s some expert advice to help you maintain your Sea Recovery AquaMatic watermaker.

Mike Smith investigates the value of having a survey done on a boat you already own.

Your ventilation, heating, and cooling system can do so much more for you and your boat, if you set it up right. Learn how to keep things smelling good here.

Fuel polishing and air-separation systems are great ways to improve fuel efficiency and keep your cruising hassle-free.

Really understanding how her electrical system can damage a boat’s metal components will help you to avoid costly replacements and repairs. Knowing that bonding system is working is good for peace of mind and more: Your boat will thank you with better performance and improved reliability. Learn how to check the system here.

Sea Flush is a tool that facilitates winterizing, unclogging thru-hull fittings, flushing out saltwater and cleaning heat exchangers/exhaust manifolds/A/C hoses and Oil Coolers on your boat.

Think bleeding your fuel system is beyond your expertise? Know what goes into the process and why each step is critical, and maybe you’ll get closer to your engines than you ever thought you would. Read the step-by-step process here.