Protecting Your Hull: Introducing The Farrow System
Over the years as your hull becomes weathered, gathers barnacles, or is simply in need of repair, it can create drag that will drastically effect the performance of your vessel. In the past you might have had to completely sand down your hull and have it completely...
Monitor Propeller Shafts with Dye Penetration Testing
Our service yard highly suggests dye penetrant testing of all exposed shaft tapers whenever props are removed for servicing. A dye penetrant test of the shaft tapers will identify any cracks in the keyways, or elsewhere on the taper that may not be visible with...
Marine HVAC System Cleaning
Many vessels will be southbound soon for the fall and winter seasons, and it’s important to note that a clean HVAC system is critical to ensure proper operation and efficiency. Best performance is dependant upon the proper heat transfer between the refrigerant...
Proper Inspection of Running Gear: Cutlass Bearings
When your boat is hauled, a thorough inspection of all running gear is essential to the proper performance and reliability of your vessel. One key component of the running gear to pay special attention to are the cutlass bearing(s). It is important to check the play...
Q & A: How to Maintain Great Teak on Your Boat
Question: I own an Ocean Yacht Sportfish and would like to refinish my teak deck. The condition of the boards are fairly rough, but nothing some sanding can’t fix. I’ve done some research on the internet about after treatment on teak and have seen a lot of...
Annual A/C and Watermaker Maintenance
To help ensure proper efficiency & operation of your vessel’s air conditioning and watermaker, maintenance should be preformed annually. Here is a complete check list to help you maintain your vessel’s A/C unit: Condenser coil de-scale with Trac...
Marine HVAC Preventative Maintenance
Vessel HVAC (heating ventilation and cooling) systems should have regular maintenance preformed. Here are some helpful tips to ensure proper operation and efficiency of your vessel. The return air filters should be cleaned or renewed as required monthly....
Fin Stabilizer Seal Maintenance
Fin stabilizer seals should be renewed every one to two years based on the manufacturers’ recommendations. Internal bearings and mating surfaces will be severely damaged if seals are not properly maintained. Proper maintenance will save you money and time....
How to Repair a Hull with Osmosis Damage
We have a 53′ Fleming – which when pulled, found that it has osmosis (entire bottom). In your experience, when stripping the bottom – to include gelcoat – what type of wash do you then do to suspend the stuff coming out? On moisture meter – how low do you...
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