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Low budget Outboard Pre-Lube Pump (4 Stroke only)
Pre-Lube pumps circulate lube oil throughout the engine before it is started.
Dave LeGear
Feb 224 min read


Boat buyers checklist
we updated a buyers checklist that we posted on another site long ago and made it more current.
Dave LeGear
Jan 292 min read


Better protect your trailer from salt water effects.
Here are a few things I have found to help extend their life and appearance
Dave LeGear
Jan 46 min read


Just what is Octane and how much do I need?
Octane rating measures a fuel's anti-knock properties, indicating its resistance to engine knocking.
Dave LeGear
Dec 16, 20248 min read


Upholstery Care Tips from Spradling Marine
A nice guide on what and better yet, what (not) to use, for those awesome vinyl-coated covered seats.
Dave LeGear
Nov 11, 20242 min read


Clay Bar use and tips!
I freely admit it, I can be a bit of a clean freak (blame it on Mom, whose house was clean enough for open heart surgery) and the Military.
Dave LeGear
Oct 4, 20248 min read


Maximizing Efficiency: Tracking Fuel Burn and Maintenance Costs for Your Toys.
Tracking fuel burn rates and other maintenance work will help you find what is operating best in your engines
Dave LeGear
Sep 24, 20247 min read


Whole Lotta Shakin’ Goin’ On! Tire Balance Tips.
Imbalanced tires cause vibration, uneven tread wear, and steering issues, compromising safety and handling.
Dave LeGear
Sep 10, 20246 min read


Shurhold One Bucket System
Shurhold One Bucket System
Dave LeGear
Aug 24, 20242 min read


Deep Clean in a Bottle!
Get stains out of the hull and vinyl seat covers, and nothing works like this stuff does.
Dave LeGear
Aug 20, 20245 min read


303 Graphene Nano Spray Coating
303 Graphene Nano Spray Coating
Dave LeGear
Jul 6, 20245 min read


Low-budget hatch liners for your Skiff/Boat!
Are you looking to help keep your tackle, camera, and other gear bags drier and off the deck inside your hatches?
Dave LeGear
Apr 26, 20243 min read


Glass Master Pro Combo
Keeping some things clean in life is just a royal pain! Yet, in this case (if neglected), it can simultaneously become a safety hazard...
Dave LeGear
Nov 26, 20232 min read




Stop killing your back!
Sometimes it is just the simple things and quite sure that Doctor (Brother) Christian would agree since he is a DPT (Doctor of Physical...
Dave LeGear
Apr 19, 20233 min read


Low Budget Skeg Repair
Fishing in shallow water can and does take its toll on your engine skeg.
Dave LeGear
Apr 15, 20234 min read


How to help reduce water spots!
How to help reduce water spots!
Dave LeGear
May 12, 20224 min read
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