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Droolin' transoms

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Transom drool is caused by water seeping around fittings which penetrates the transoms. Such defect must be avoided to maintain the motorboat's enhanced performance. Prevention of such defect, which is necessary, can be done by using reliable sealant under fittings.

Author: Pfund, Bruce
Publisher: Hachette Filipacchi Magazines, Inc.
Publication Name: Boating
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0006-5374
Year: 1998
Usage, Sealants, Maintenance and repair, Inboard-outboard engines, Motorboats, Sealing compounds

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Foiling Murphy: carry spares and ease the pain

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Boating enthusiasts should make sure to have spare tools and parts to reduce the chances of something going wrong. Spare fuses, antenna collector plugs for the GPS, VHF and loran, jumper leads with alligator clips, and light bulbs are a must.

Author: Pfund, Bruce
Publisher: Hachette Filipacchi Magazines, Inc.
Publication Name: Boating
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0006-5374
Year: 1999

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Singular sensation: riding on one engine

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Boat owners should always be aware of the presence of high angularity when traveling on one engine, in case the other fails when far offshore. Caution should be exercised when planing a boat in open sea during emergency cases.

Author: Pfund, Bruce
Publisher: Hachette Filipacchi Magazines, Inc.
Publication Name: Boating
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0006-5374
Year: 1999
Aids to navigation, Navigation aids

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Subjects list: Safety and security measures, Boats and boating, Boating, Boats
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