Boat Troubleshooting
Hose FAQs
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How Do I Prevent Corrosion on My Boat's Electrical Connections?
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Corrosion is one of the leading causes of electrical failures on boats and is responsible for countless problems ranging from dim lig...
How Do I Replace a Fuel Sender When the Gauge Reads Incorrectly?
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If your fuel gauge consistently reads empty, full, inaccurately, or fluctuates unpredictably, the fuel tank sender is often the sou...
Why Does My Freshwater Pump Cycle On and Off When No Faucets Are Open?
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A freshwater pressure pump that turns on periodically when no faucets, showers, or appliances are being used is almost always respo...
How Do I Troubleshoot a Windlass That Runs but Won't Retrieve the Anchor?
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If your windlass motor runs and you can hear it operating, but the anchor rode or chain does not move, the problem is usually mecha...
What Size Anchor and Chain Should I Use for Offshore Fishing?
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Offshore fishing places significantly greater demands on an anchoring system than anchoring in protected bays, lakes, or marinas. S...
How Do I Upgrade an Older Shore Power System Safely?
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Upgrading an older shore power system is one of the most important safety improvements you can make on a boat. Aging shore power co...
Why Is My Trim and Tilt Motor Running But Not Lifting the Engine?
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If you can hear the trim and tilt motor running but your outboard or sterndrive won't raise, lower, or hold position, the problem is...
How Do I Determine Whether My Lower Unit Is Failing?
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A failing lower unit will often provide warning signs long before a catastrophic breakdown occurs. Common indicators include metal par...
Why Is My Boat Battery Draining Overnight When Everything Is Turned Off?
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The most common causes of overnight battery drain are parasitic loads, faulty bilge pumps, stereo memory circuits, GPS units, battery...