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Posting on behalf of a friend who isn't a member.... Friend is pursuing captain's licensing with intention to change careers. Based on his results on the Ishihara test, the National Maritime Center wants to place a daytime only restriction on his license, which he feels will severely affect his...

Perhaps more of a vent than anything....but perhaps another learning experience thanks to the collective brain power and experience that make CSR the great resource it is. Got boat hauled for a sticky shift cable, and am having outdrives serviced at the same time, so went over all the "might...

If you use Kidde fire extinguishers at home, the office, on your boat, or elsewhere, check them as soon as possible. The extinguishers can fail to operate in case of emergency, or break with enough force to injure. There have been 400 reported injuries and one fatality. News story...

Before buying my first/current boat, I researched for a couple of years, then kicked props for several months. Am happy I spent that time, as I'm very content going into its fifth season. However, I already know a few things that will be important for my next boat....and I figure if I start...

At least two docks at the marina "next door" got shredded this morning. It's 3 miles by car, roughly 1.5 if I cut through the woods and water. I slipped there in 2013 when I first got my boat, as did FM's parents and his aunt/uncle. All of us have moved across the lake, but it's a small one so...

Not finding any good matches in general Internet searches so hoping a boater/pilot/lawn enthusiast has a favorite gadget to suggest. First Mate treated himself to a Hustler Raptor earlier this spring and so far his biggest complaint is the beverage holder. I'm looking for something gyroscopic...

Just in time for the holiday weekend, Pep Boys is running a 35% off promotion on many types of batteries--auto, marine, and otherwise--including Optima BlueTops, good through 7/11 (store pickups must be completed by 7/10). I'm hoping they have an internal price match guarantee....I bought 2 a...

May have a chance for a quick buzz by Lake Norman (by land) on way from Hickory to Huntersville/Birkdale area....what's your favorite beverage/dinner spot on the water? Prefer casual vibe/pricing with a menu that goes beyond fried bar food. TIA!!

After a few seasons wrestling with finding parts, etc. for the original Quicksilver 4.0 on my '89 300 DA, I'm considering replacement. This will NOT be a do it yourself project, but I'd like to hear how others have done it on the same model or similar boats and what your recommendations are so...

When I first purchased in 2013, I got a quote from BoatUS that was considerably lower than other carriers yet seemed to provide the same coverage. However, none of the associates/underwriters with whom I had spoken along the way informed me a professional survey was required,* UNTIL THE DAY I...

I think I understand how the output/draw work based on battery selector switch settings, but don't understand whether/how those settings may affect charging. Please bear with me as I babble....and for the sake of simplicity let's assume none of the POs rearranged wiring drastically! We have 3...

Recently I replaced light bulbs in the radar arch, removing GE90 type incandescent and using MarineBeam's TW-GE-15, indicated as the replacement for said GE bulb. I matched up number of contacts as required. When I flipped the switch the first time (within minutes of finishing, with boat on...

Yep, I have one of THOSE, vintage 1989 or earlier! Would appreciate knowing original recommendations for maintenance schedule if anyone has the info, as I haven't happened across it in internet searches: oil/filter change, oil filter change, fuel filter change, spark plug change, ignition tip...

This is my galley light: PERKO Inc. - Catalog - Lighting Fixtures - Dual Voltage Surface Mount Light [0318] At the moment I can't remember if it's oriented with 12v is on the left and 120v on the right; if that's important, I'll report again after visiting the boat. For this exercise, let's...

I don't winterize the way some more northerly folks do because we cruise and stay on the boat over the cold months, so please: no campaigning for a different plan. I have another thread for that purpose! Current temp gauge is quite primitive, and Googling just boggles my poor little pea...

Didn't find what I was seeking on a search, so please forgive if I've missed this conversation somewhere. Not hauling out, not shutting down completely; will be launching a few times over the cold months and rolling right into spring. It's rare that we get ice in the dock areas, but last year we...

I've been a slacker and it's time to pay the piper. Beyond removing surface dirt, want to refresh the innards.

Windlass w/rope/chain. Rope is beginning to fray where it's attached to the chain, but the rest of the rope is in good to great shape. My thought is to cut off the rope that's been in the water most often, then splice from the newly cut end. However, I know nothing about splicing myself and...

What product and process should I use to stop moisture from finding its way down the screws in base rail fittings? I'm imagining removing the screws and filling the holes with something like caulk, then re-setting them, as I could do that one or two fittings at a time and let them dry, rather...

Norcold NR751 DC wiring was intact so connected that, no problem. AC wiring not ideal--someone had cut off female end of cord to splice directly into boat wiring. Would like to install outlet and use (new) cord as designed. Specs say 15amp so that's the easy part; will be installed under sink so...