Maintenance Guide Library
Step-by-step guides for all your boating maintenance needs
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Antifouling Bottom Paint Application
🔧 Antifouling paint, roller covers, brushes, sandpaper 80/120 grit, tack cloth, masking tape, waterline tape, paint tray, respirator, tyvek suit, gloves, goggles
Standing Rigging Replacement Assessment
🔧 Wire cutters, swage tool or Sta-Lok fittings, torque wrench, rigging wire, turnbuckles, cotter pins, rigging tape, bosun chair, safety harness
Marine Electrical Troubleshooting
🔧 Multimeter, wire strippers, crimping tool, marine wire, heat shrink connectors, electrical tape, fuse assortment, terminal block, dielectric grease, wiring diagram
VHF Radio Check and Maintenance
🔧 Screwdriver, multimeter, antenna connectors, coax cable tester, DSC MMSI registration, manual
Sail Repair - Rips and Tears
🔧 Sail repair tape, adhesive sail cloth patches, needle, waxed thread, sailmakers palm, seam ripper, scissors, measuring tape
Bilge Pump Maintenance
🔧 Screwdriver, bilge pump rebuild kit, clean water, rags, multimeter, zip ties, bilge cleaner
Fiberglass Hull Repair
🔧 Fiberglass mat, epoxy resin, hardener, mixing cups, brushes, 80/120/220 grit sandpaper, orbital sander, acetone, gelcoat, wax, gloves, respirator
Winch Servicing
🔧 Winch grease, light winch oil, screwdrivers, circlip pliers, snap ring pliers, clean rags, parts tray, small brush, camera/phone for photos
Propeller Shaft Alignment
🔧 Feeler gauges, dial indicator, flexible coupling tool, shaft alignment tool, wrenches, jack stands, rubber mallet
Through-Hull Fitting Inspection
🔧 Screwdriver, wrench, seacock grease, wire brush, inspection mirror, flashlight, underwater hull paint, underwater sealant
Zinc Anodes Replacement
🔧 Correct zincs for your boat (shaft, rudder, hull), socket set, wrench, wire brush, anti-seize compound, zinc testing meter (optional)
Engine Oil Change
🔧 Correct grade engine oil, oil filter wrench, oil extractor pump or drain pan, funnel, rags, gloves, oil absorbent pads
Engine Winterization
🔧 Antifreeze, fuel stabilizer, fogging oil, socket set, drain plug wrench, funnel, shop rags, manual
Raw Water Impeller Replacement
🔧 Replacement impeller kit, screwdrivers, pliers, impeller puller tool, petroleum jelly, bucket, rags, hose clamp screwdriver
Marine Toilet (Head) Maintenance
🔧 Head rebuild kit, Teflon tape, wrench, screwdriver, gloves, bucket, Raritan cleaner or white vinegar, joker valve
GPS/Chartplotter Calibration and Care
🔧 Soft cloth, screen cleaner, firmware update (USB or WiFi), owner manual, test waypoints
Fuel System Maintenance
🔧 Fuel filter elements, wrench, fuel line, hose clamps, fuel tank vent dye, fuel polishing kit, absorbent pads, gloves, fire extinguisher nearby
Teak Deck Maintenance
🔧 Teak cleaner two-part, teak brightener, scrub brush, teak sealer or oil, masking tape, sandpaper 120 grit, hose
Anchor Chain Maintenance
🔧 Wire brush, chain wash bucket, anchor chain galvanizing paint or cold galvanize spray, chain marking paint, shackle inspection tool, swivel, measuring tape
Rigging Inspection
🔧 Binoculars, rigging knife, inspection mirror, penetrating oil, rigging tape, notepad, marina ladder or bosun chair
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