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https://www.westmarine.com/WestAdvisor/EPA-Requirements-for-Portable-Fuel-Components?utm_id=ntl&utm_source=sfmc&utm_medium=em_mktg&utm_campaign=power_test No doubt with California'a influence. Better buy an extra one now before the forced update

I have not had time to watch this but we all know. if it's from Bluewater it has to be good.

This should be a short topic. I have about 3 half filled containers of different brands of oil. All are for the diesel main engine. They all have the same viscosity. Is it safe to mix them all together and use in my next oil change?

Okay, I will start this off. At one time, when one turned on an inverter, its output was "total" aka, 'hotel load.' If it is rated at 2000 watt inverter, turn it on and you have 2000 watt using it or not. That would mean, it makes a draw on the battery to produce 2000 watt and not in degrees...

I am considering a remote to assist in single handing anchoring, helm control, gears, throttle and thrusters. Basically, a ‘second helm station’ Electronic: Raymarine E120 Two possibilities: Wireless Wired Suggestions and recommendations greatly appreciated.

I had the perfect mount but it went with my previous boat. It was very sturdy..... could go right/left and up/down. Each axis could be locked in place. So many years ago, I do believe I bought it via WestMarine. True to WM’s philosophy, they buy a boat load and then when they are all sold, they...

Considering “package” wireless controls for boat 1. Anchor up/down 2. Bow and stern thruster control 3. Rudder control Port/Stbd 4. Gear Fwd/Rev 5. Throttle control

Anyone have a remote installed such as https://www.dockmate.us

Got a question that may or may not fit in here. When you are considering a boat and the owner invites you to ride along, does he let you drive the boat, away from the dock?

and, speaking of dumb questions, does anyone know of an adjustable, swing arm iPad mount that can be permanently mounted near the helm? I had the perfect one on my previous boat but it went with the boat.

Saw this on Cruising Forum Could be a solution to MOB https://newatlas.com/noras-u-safe-powered-lifesaving-buoy/47533/ If this in the wrong Forum, please move it.

Anyone use a sextant as an aid for navigation? If so, the make and model sextant do you use and what books do you recommend to learn how to use a sextant.

I had installed what was supposed to be a super duper tank minding system, a Maretton DSM150. On a good day, it is a mere suggestion. Anyone have a good experience with their tank minder system?

I am sure many of us are fed up with the "do gooder's'' modification to the small spare gas cans for the outboard or diesel fuel to refill the filter housing after changing the filters, if necessary. We manage to spill gasoline into the dingy or the water or diesel into the bilge. Here is...

Do folks use the 'blue stuff' in the sanitary tank to keep things in suspension? Does it really work? Which toilet paper? To answer my own questions, Yes, I add the blue stuff after each time my tank is pumped "dry" or pump to sea. I use the toilet paper from West Marine. Now, I hope for...

I approached the builder of American Tugs about this forum. He admitted he might investigate in the future but right now, he is too busy building boats. I also asked why he doesn't get his boats reviewed in the magazines. He said, he had the feeling, those boats being reviewed are from...

Trawler folks have a tendency to venture into shallow waters. Current depth sounders are generally located about 1/2 way back from the bow which depending upon the length of your hull can be a long way back. I want to know the depth of the water in the forward part of the hull. Without going to...