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The care and feeding of the seacock

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Boat owners and boating enthusiasts need to know the difference between seacocks to keep these valves working efficiently. Despite being important in keeping the boat from sinking, seacocks are one of the most overlooked parts onboard. Tips for their proper maintenance are presented.

Author: Sherman, Ed
Publisher: World Publications, Inc.
Publication Name: Cruising World
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0098-3519
Year: 1998

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Electronics: The golden age of gadgetry

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Wristwatch-sized with color screen global positioning unit (GPS), e-mail facilities, inverters facilities are one of the new gadgetry, which has brought a revolution in the world of cruising. Details about a range of modern gadgetry used in the world of cruising are reviewed.

Author: Sherman, Ed
Publisher: World Publications, Inc.
Publication Name: Cruising World
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0098-3519
Year: 2004
Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System and Instrument Manufacturing, Radio & TV communications equipment, Search and navigation equipment, Boat Building, Boat building and repairing, Boat Building & Repair, Hardware, not elsewhere classified, Marine Electronics, Sailboats, Usage, Technology application, Boating industry

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Parking with panache: bow thrusters

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Bow thrusters are recommended for boats 55-ft long and longer. They can make it much easier to navigate tight slips. A guide to bow-thruster makers includes model specifications, prices and company contact numbers.

Author: Sherman, Ed
Publisher: World Publications, Inc.
Publication Name: Cruising World
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0098-3519
Year: 2001
Purchasing, Column, Buyers Guide, Marine engines

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Subjects list: Equipment and supplies, Boats and boating, Boating, Boats, United States
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