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Marine Canvas Replacement Resources
If you are looking to replace your boat's OEM canvas, there may be a better option available vs. having costly pieces custom-made locally!
drewmaglio3
Feb 22, 20241 min read


Engine and Mechanical Parts Catalogs/Lookup
This blog entry provides relevant information on how to find parts and engine information, typically by serial number lookup.
drewmaglio3
Feb 22, 20241 min read


DIY Tips for Painting Underwater Metals
Painting underwater metals is one of the more difficult aspects of boat ownership.
drewmaglio3
Jan 31, 20247 min read


5 Tips for Used Boat Buying
In this article, learn how to identify and secure the right boat for your boating needs!
drewmaglio3
Dec 27, 202113 min read


Top-End Engine Rebuild 3: Reassembly, Cleanup, and Water-Testing
Part 3 of a three-part series chronicling a top-end engine rebuild of a Mercruiser 7.4L big block 454/Bravo 3.
drewmaglio3
Sep 10, 20211 min read


Top-End Engine Rebuild Part 2: Assessing the Situation to Plan the Repair
Part 2 of a three-part series on a top-end engine rebuild of a 7.4L Mercruiser 454/Bravo 3.
drewmaglio3
Sep 10, 20211 min read


Top-End Engine Rebuild Part 1: The Teardown
Three-part series on a top end engine rebuild that was completed on a Generation V GM/Mercruiser 7.4L 454 Big Block motor.
drewmaglio3
Sep 10, 20211 min read


Three Techniques to Restore Your Boat's Luster
Few things irk this boater more than dirty, chalky and stained gelcoat. Like an engine that is corroded—or lines that are chafed—worn gelcoat is a sure sign of neglect. Fortunately however, there are multiple ways to restore aged, stained, dirty and faded gelcoat. With a bit of care and a lot of elbow grease, the methods below are guaranteed to drastically improve the appearance of one’s craft. If perfection is sought, the reader may instead seek a professional two-part polyu
drewmaglio3
Sep 4, 20216 min read


A Remedy for Broken Zippers
Over the course of boat ownership, I have found few mechanisms that cause such aggravation as the zipper. Used to fasten canvas,...
drewmaglio3
Sep 4, 20213 min read
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