Preparing Your Boat For Summer

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Preparing Your Boat For Summer

With summer on the way, you will want to ensure that your motorboat is in top condition. A long winter in storage can mean that your boat needs some tender loving care before she is ready to hit the water again. I am new to the world of boating but I have been lucky enough to make some great friends who have given me lots of great advice and tips. I decided to start this blog so I could write about what I have learnt about preparing your boat for summer and other motor sports topics. I hope you enjoy reading my blog!

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Two Reasons Why You Should Not Service Your Own Motorcycle

10 September 2020
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All motorcycles that are used for sports events or day-to-day driving have to be serviced. However, no matter how easy the DIY motorcycle servicing enthusiasts you find online might claim this process is, you must not try to service your own vehicle. Instead, you should let a motorcycle mechanic do it. Continue reading and learn why. You could forget to do a small but vital servicing task If you try to service your own motorcycle and this is not a process that you're very familiar with, you could forget to do (or be unaware of the importance of doing) a small but essential servicing task that could either affect your motorcycle's performance on roads and in races or make it dangerous to use. Read More …

Top Factors to Consider When Buying a Bow Thruster

10 July 2020
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Maneuvering a boat through a narrow channel or docking it in a tight marina or port can be challenging without bow thrusters. Notably, the propeller-shaped systems are excellent at improving the maneuverability of a boat, especially for first-time boat owners. However, bow thrusters can only perform efficiently if you choose the right one. Most newbie boat owners get this part wrong, and they end up spending money on thrusters that deliver sub-optimal performance. Read More …

4 common boat problems that could leave you stranded

23 October 2019
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Your boat is like your automobile. It needs regular care and maintenance, or you will likely run into problems. Even when you do perform scheduled upkeep on your boat, complications will still periodically arise. Here are four things that commonly go wrong with boats. 1. Your boat is sputtering If your boat is sputtering and snorting and the engine sounds like it is going to cut out or loses power, it may be your petrol is bad. Read More …

Two Money-Saving Tips for Boaters Who Regularly Race

8 July 2019
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If you like to take part in boat races but are on a tight budget, here are some money-saving tips that you may find helpful. Fit an engine made by a manufacturer that designs fuel-efficient engines Training for a boat race and then participating in a racing event can lead to you having to top up your vessel's fuel tank a lot. Fuel is expensive and as such, having to replenish your boat's supply on a regular basis could leave you short on cash. Read More …

Follow These 3 Easy Tips to Keep Your Volvo in Peak Condition at all Times

21 November 2018
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One of the reasons why certain car makes and models are among the most popular vehicle brands is their superior quality build. These brands withstand the daily wear and tear associated with driving than other vehicle models, which is why their resale value is usually better. If you want your car to give you excellent service without the need for repairs, think about regular and proper maintenance. You should not wait for the vehicle to break down to bring it to a mechanic, instead, have a schedule of maintenance checks and lay a lot of emphasis on the engine and other software. Read More …