Summertime Demand
Summer is in full swing and boat services are in high demand!
My goal in writing this month is to...
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The Outboard Motor World Is Changing
Over the last few years we have seen a shift in parts availability for all outboards, and even though that...
Ins and Outs of Boat Insurance – Advocating for Owners
What do you do when your engine is still under the manufacturer's warranty, and after experiencing a covered failure, your...
Consequences of Running (Too) Shallow
There seems to be an increasing tendency to accomplish ever-shallower takeoffs, and also to plane at the lowest possible speed...
New Knowledge: Jackplate Hydraulic Pressure Adjustment
There are many good outboard motor jackplates on the market and the all-in-one units are the more efficient to install....
The Professional Annual Service – What to Expect
Annual service for an outboard motor in recreational use is generally based on an average rate of 100 engine hours...
Advances in Boat Trailer Materials and Technology
Boat trailers have come a long way. What started off with round axles, and more recently galvanized square tubing, to...
Little Known Raptor and Power-Pole Facts
As a service provider for Minnkota and Power-Pole products, we see a variety of technical issues with both brands. If...
The Truth About Ethanol and Non-Ethanol Gasoline
Is it OK to run non-ethanol gasoline in my boat when it is available?
The simple answer is yes, your...
Boat Trailer Maintenance Beyond The Obvious
Over the last six weeks we have seen a flurry of boat trailer repairs, more than we’ve experienced in quite...
Gulf Coast Kitchen
Get all the latest coastal cuisine recipes from guides and authors.
Recipe of the month
Isle of Matagorda Baked Flounder
This delightful creation comes from the kitchen of Brent Hart at Hurricane Junction in Port O’Connor. Flounder is regarded as...