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Boat decks and superstructure

by Simon Jollands | Boat Maintenance, Preparation, Yacht ownership

The whole structure of a boat at sea is rocked and twisted as it pitches, yaws and rolls through the waves. This motion exerts considerable stresses on the hull, decks and superstructure as anyone will appreciate who has experienced the continuous slamming of a boat...

Wooden Hull Repairs

by Simon Jollands | Boat Maintenance, Preparation, Yacht ownership

While wooden boat hull maintenance is mostly straightforward, it is always a good idea to take expert advice on any repair job needed doing to a wooden boat, unless you have done the job before and know what you are doing. The good news is that carrying out minor...

Wooden Hulls – Part 2

by Simon Jollands | Boat Maintenance, Preparation, Yacht ownership

Wooden hull care and maintenance It is important to ensure the essential hull maintenance of a wooden boat is done, even if you are paying others to look after your boat for you. The priority is to prevent rot from taking hold. The protective layers of paint and...

Wooden Hulls – Part 1

by Simon Jollands | Boat Maintenance, Preparation, Yacht ownership

Traditional wooden boats have a plank on frame construction, a centuries old boat building method that is still in use today. Variations of the traditional method include carvel, clinker and strip planking, which all relate to the way the planking is attached to the...

Sailboat rig checks – Part 2

by Simon Jollands | Boat Maintenance, Preparation, Yacht ownership

In part two of Sail boat rig checks we run through some useful rig maintenance tips and then finish with a brief look at what a professional rig check involves. A big part of rig maintenance is about keeping corrosion and metal fatigue at bay. This means understanding...

Sailboat rig checks – Part 1

by Simon Jollands | Boat Maintenance, Preparation, Yacht ownership

Sailing boat rigs need to be checked regularly to reduce the risk of rig failure at sea. In part one of Sail boat rig checks we run through a series of useful checks that owners and skippers can carry out. Some boat owners inspect their rigs before every cruise,...

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⚓️ Pre-start engine checks = fewer breakdowns at seaNearly 1 in 3 marine callouts are caused by mechanical failure - many avoidable with a simple routine before you start up!!🔧 Key checks to run through:❑ Cooling system clear & water flowing❑ Fuel level (plus reserve) & clean filters❑ Engine & gearbox oil topped up❑ Belts, hoses & leaks inspected❑ Battery switched on & electrics set❑ Seacocks open & raw water filter clean❑ Bilge blower run (if fitted)👍 Bottom line: a quick pre-start check can prevent costly breakdowns, improve safety, and give peace of mind before heading out.More tips here: safe-skipper.com/pre-start-engine-checks/#BoatingSafety #Seamanship #PreDepartureChecks #Sailing #Yachting #SafetyAtSea #Boating #Watercraft #Sailboat #SafeSkipper ... See MoreSee Less

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Boat decks and superstructure

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