Tips & Tricks

1. Eliminating Diesel Smell: Use Liquid Calgon Water Softener and wipe down any surfaces where diesel spilled.
2. Lightning Protection: Protect portable electronic equipment from being fried should your boat be struck by lightning by putting them in the oven. The oven acts as a Faraday Cage and is storm proven effective in protecting electronic equipment. Of course, the oven should be off and cool of course or they will literally be fried.
3. Getting it in Gear: Before you put your engine in gear, have a look around the boat for floating ropes, grocery bags, etc. that could block or damage your propeller, gearbox, or be sucked up by the engine.
4. Cleaning Sails: It is possible, and some would say required maintenance, to clean sails. Here's a description of how this can be done. Click Here

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