Stainless Steel vs. Aluminum Boat Propellers: Performance & Durability

QuestionI have a 19` Starcraft Bowrider, with 4.3 V-6 I/O and currently have a 14 1/2 x 17 pitch alum prop.  I would like to have more lift and pull f

North East Canoe Mfg. - Status & Contact Information

QuestionDear Sir, I recently bought a canoe at a yard sale made by North east canoe mfg. in Newport Vermont. I would like to know if they are still in busi

Used Boat Value: 1989 Maxium 23' - Appraisal & Factors

QuestionHi Bert, I am new to the boating game.  I am interested in buying a good used boat.  I have found one 1989 Maxium - 23` - 5.0 Mercury ib

Choosing the Right Crewed Boat for a St. Lucia Snorkeling Trip

QuestionHi, I`m planning my trip to St. Lucia and after seeing all the wonderful photos, we`ve decided to try chartering a crewed boat for the day.  I

Planning a Niagara Falls Kayak Run: A Beginner's Guide

QuestionHello Jim, As an expert in kayaks I hope you can point me in the right direction.  Unfortunately I`m not that proficient with kayaks but I`m

MerCruiser T-5.7L Engine Tune-Up & Throttle Synchronization

QuestionRecently, I had a tune-up and oil change performed on my 1994 SeaRay 330 Sundancer.  The two engines, MerCruiser T-5.7 Liter, 260 h.p., had 40

1988 Walker Boat Alpha One Outdrive: Reliability & Maintenance Tips

QuestionI have just purchased a 1988 wilker boat with a 4 cyl. inline engine with a alpha one outdrive it is rated at 165 hp.4.3liter. The boat appears to

Should You Let Your Outboard Motor Run Dry After Use?

QuestionI used my outboard (50 Merc tank mix) only occasionally and have made a habit of disconnecting the fuel line and allowing the carb to run dry. &nbs

Optimizing Engine Performance for Your Crestliner Fish Hawk (2001)

QuestionBert- Unused horsepower and performance is a pet peeve of mine, especially with boats.  I grew up around them, Ive spent summers cleaning the

High Brace Technique in Paddleboarding: Risks & How-To

QuestionHow is a high brace performed? Does your body partially go under water ie. you get wet or not? AnswerA high Brace is performed when your fist is a

Mercury 90hp Outboard Fuel Starvation Troubleshooting

QuestionBert, our 90hp 97 Mercury 3 cylinder, 2 cycle engine will run at around 4000rpm for 20 min or so and then dies.  It seems like fuel starvation

Boat Ownership Age: Requirements & Regulations

QuestionHeya! I just turned 17 today and I got a car, which is supercool, but I was wondering how old I need to be to own a sailing boat? Yknow, the ones w

Troubleshooting Boat Stalling in Reverse: Riviera 18ft

Question I just purchased a 1990 18ft Bluewater Riviera with a 4.3 V6 Mercruiser I/O engine. Boat runs fine as long as I dont try to accelerate in reverse.

Why Do Boats Take On Water? Understanding Hull Integrity

QuestionI have a small 15 ft. boat, and I know that I can take on water over the rear in high waves or of course if I have an actual hole in the boat. But

Range of Large Motorboats: How Far Can They Travel?

QuestionHi. I am trying to write a screenplay, and for it I need to know how far a speedboat or motorboat can travel. I am led to believe that even a large

Boat Trailer Wiring Diagram: Understanding 4-Pin Connections

Questioni am changing a boat trailer to a flat deck and have no idea on wiring diagrams.  My 4 prong has white, 2brown out of the one prong, yellow an

Kayaking Training for Adventure Racing: Essential Exercises & Tips

QuestionI am going to participate in an adventure racing, It has about 14 hours of sea kayaking, Ive done that in another race, but now I dont have the tim

Troubleshooting Blown Fuse When Headlights are On - Boat Trailer & Truck

QuestionHi, I purchased a new E-Z load trailer for my boat in 2001..it is a model 2-ezl90 r which  holds a 18 boat. I purchased a new 2002 Nissan Fro

Canada to US Sailing: Immigration & Customs for US Citizens

QuestionIm visiting a friend in Vancouver and am interested in sailing to Seattle for a few days. Ive never sailed from one country to another, so I dont k

Perkins 4-108 Diesel Engine: Troubleshooting Fuel Contamination

Question------------------------- Followup To Question - I have diesel fuel in the oil. I changed the lift pump, still a problem. I know the high presur