'How-To' Library

Anchoring & Docking

Docking Techniques


Controls & Steering

Measure Steering Cables


Covers & Tops

7 Tips for Choosing the Right Boat Cover


Electronics

VHF Radio Guide


Watersports

How To Get Up On A Wakeboard

Wakeboard Park Directory


Seats

Measure for Pontoon Seating


Electrical

Boat Wire Color Coding

Boat Navigation Lighting Guide

Marine Wire

Battery Basics

Ignition System Tips


Fuel Systems

How to Install Permanent Fuel Tanks

Ethanol Fuels and Gas Tank Problems

Fuel System Tips


Hardware

Ventilation Basics

Replace Rub Rails


Safety

Preparing Your Boat for a Storm

Safety Checklist


Maintenance & Repair

Easy 6-Part Boat Winterization Checklist

How to Winterize Your Boat

How to Winterize Your Boat 2

Clean Your Hull

Recommission Your Boat

Keep Your Bilge Clean

Before & After Each Use


Propellers

Choose the Right Prop

Propeller Basics


Boats & Engines

Outboard Engine Serial Number Year Match-up

Sell Your Boat

Find Ideal Engine Compression

Diagnose Outboard Starting Problems

Research New Boat Models


Trailering

Correct Play at Trailer Winch

Trailering Your Boat


Boat Engine Manuals

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Additional Boating Information

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