March 30, 2012
When you are shopping for high performance outboard boat propellers it is important to do your homework so you choose the right replacement for your old propeller. If you fail to choose the right propeller you will not improve your boat’s performance on the water. You will need to consider size, style, and material when [...]
Tags: outboard boat propeller, outboard boat propellers, Outboard Propellers
Posted in Propellers
March 29, 2012
Zinc anodes are, at their core, a protective device for most boaters. When two metals meet, there is always a possibility of galvanic corrosion. This can be incredibly damaging for those that own boats, especially when they have any sort of metal that is actually submerged underwater. Fortunately, the addition of zinc anodes can actually [...]
Tags: cathodic protection, zinc anode, zinc anodes
Posted in Zinc Anodes
March 28, 2012
Safety is a major concern when you go out for boating. Seeing as how it is a recreational activity, boating is usually done in calm, protected waters during good weather conditions. However, conditions can change rapidly, which can mean life-threatening difficulties if you are not invested in safety. The U.S. Coast Guard has prescribed a [...]
Tags: boating, boating safety
Posted in Boating
March 27, 2012
Boating is a relaxing activity that allows people to travel by boat. Boats can be used in a recreational manner whether they are sailboats, powerboats, or even canoes or other man-powered floating vessels. Boats are used for travel, sporting activities, and simply relaxing. There are millions of people that enjoy fishing, water skiing, or simply [...]
Tags: boat, boating, boats
Posted in Boating
March 26, 2012
When you are shopping for a replacement prop for your boat you need to do your homework. With so many different styles and sizes, choosing the right propeller can be a daunting task. If you know you want a boat propeller with the same diameter and the same style of blades you need to move [...]
Tags: outboard propeller, Outboard Propellers
Posted in Propellers
March 23, 2012
Manufacturing and selling propellers is a niche market, but that does not mean that there is no huge demand for quality, well-made products among companies in the maritime industry. Solas Propellers is one of the most respected names when it comes to making and selling equipment, while the company’s headquarters is also home to an [...]
Tags: solas propellers, solas props
Posted in Propellers
March 22, 2012
Acme has been designing, manufacturing and selling their boat propellers for small pleasure craft and yachts since the mid-1990s and have not only developed excellent standards in customers care since that time, but have also worked hard to make Acme boat propellers the best in the business. All of the products sold by Acme have [...]
Tags: acme propeller, acme propellers, acme props, boat propellers
Posted in Propellers
March 21, 2012
Every piece of a boat is important. From the zinc anodes to the navigational equipment, everything needs to function as intended. It is important, then, to always make sure that the parts you buy come from a name that you can trust. If you are in the market for marine bearings, you should not overlook [...]
Tags: cutless bearings, duramax marine, marine bearing, marine bearings
Posted in Cutless Bearings
March 20, 2012
Zinc anodes are quite important for most ocean-going boaters. While they are relatively simple items, they can make a huge difference when it comes to the wear and tear of metal parts. If you are a new boater, you may wonder about where to place these anodes. There are several important areas, but none are [...]
Tags: boat zincs, zinc anode, zinc anodes
Posted in Zinc Anodes
March 19, 2012
If you own a boat, you know how important each equipment choice may be. Choosing one bad piece of equipment can turn a great boat into a sub-part investment, and it takes time and effort to figure out exactly what has gone wrong. If you have any type of motorized boat, it is quite important [...]
Tags: boat prop, boat propeller, boat propellers, boat props
Posted in Propellers