April 2023 Consequences of Running (Too) Shallow By Chris Mapp There seems to be an increasing tendency to accomplish ever-shallower takeoffs, and also to plane at the lowest possible speed... Read More
March 2023 New Knowledge: Jackplate Hydraulic Pressure Adjustment By Chris Mapp There are many good outboard motor jackplates on the market and the all-in-one units are the more efficient to install.... Read More
February 2023 The Professional Annual Service – What to Expect By Chris Mapp Annual service for an outboard motor in recreational use is generally based on an average rate of 100 engine hours... Read More
January 2023 Advances in Boat Trailer Materials and Technology By Chris Mapp Boat trailers have come a long way. What started off with round axles, and more recently galvanized square tubing, to... Read More
December 2022 Little Known Raptor and Power-Pole Facts By Chris Mapp As a service provider for Minnkota and Power-Pole products, we see a variety of technical issues with both brands. If... Read More
November 2022 The Truth About Ethanol and Non-Ethanol Gasoline By Chris Mapp Is it OK to run non-ethanol gasoline in my boat when it is available? The simple answer is yes, your... Read More
October 2022 Boat Trailer Maintenance Beyond The Obvious By Chris Mapp Over the last six weeks we have seen a flurry of boat trailer repairs, more than we’ve experienced in quite... Read More
September 2022 Thoughts on Lithium Batteries By Chris Mapp Lithium batteries are all the rage when it comes to power for American anglers and sportsmen. The technology boasts lighter... Read More
August 2022 When the way you’ve always done it isn’t good enough By Chris Mapp The highlighted engine is a DF250SS Suzuki. Suzuki, like all outboards today, are very well made, yet outside influences can... Read More
July 2022 Servicing Your Boat and Outboard…More Critical Now Than Ever By Chris Mapp In today’s marketplace there are many basic parts, including many outboard engines of various horsepower ranges, that are almost impossible... Read More