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Oil Filter Magnet - The FilterMag
if you have spent any amount of time with a wrench in your hands and know that many stock automotive oil, transmission have magnets.

Dave LeGear
2 days ago5 min read


Flats Nation Trophy Stickers are here!
Flats Nation Trophy Stickers are here!

Dave LeGear
Feb 273 min read


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


GARMIN vs SIMRAD - What you need to know.
Wherever you plan on boating, an excellent marine GPS is crucial to getting around unfamiliar waters without running aground!
Dave LeGear
Jan 617 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


The Flats Nation Flag collection is on Sale!
Brother Dave's been super busy updating Flats Nation content and our Flats Nation Flag collection.
Dr. Christian Marrero
Jan 32 min read


Small yet effective shade options for your Skiff & Boat
Ideas I have seen and collected over the years that you may be able to use on yours for some temp shade.
Dave LeGear
Dec 29, 20244 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


Flats Nation logo stickers are now in the store!
Flats Nation logo stickers are now in the store.
Dave LeGear
Dec 14, 20242 min read


Some Skiff Music to bring her back on home with!
Some Skiff Music to bring her back on home with.
Dave LeGear
Nov 21, 20241 min read


Another way to help secure your Trailer!
My receiver hitch lock fit well right where the Fulton swing tongue pin would normally sit
Dave LeGear
Nov 15, 20242 min read


The Bimini Clip (again) without drilling any holes!
The Bimini Clip
Dave LeGear
Nov 14, 20242 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


SIMRAD NSS Evo3 - Carry and Storage Case Idea
For those that do not have your SIMRAD or other brand of Marine Electronics permanently mounted
Dave LeGear
Oct 29, 20242 min read


Flats Nation News and Updates Volume 8
Flats Nation News and Updates Volume 8.
Dave LeGear
Oct 4, 20241 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


Flats Nation Sound Bites Volume 17
Fujifilm Optics will soon join us on Flats Nation.
Dave LeGear
Sep 15, 20241 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
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