As the end of boating season approaches, it’s time for boat owners to start thinking about getting their vessels ready for the winter months. An important part of this preparation is winterizing your boat properly to avoid damage from freezing temperatures. But what exactly does the winterization process involve and how much should you budget for it? Here’s a breakdown...

Key Takeaways Winterizing protects engines and components from damage when storing boats in freezing temperaturesFlush saltwater systems, drain sea strainers, exhaust manifolds, block drain plugs and replace gear lubeFog the engine by spraying storage oil inside cylinders through spark plug holes to prevent corrosionDrain cooling, fuel, and water systems along with separators and filters and add stabilizers to remaining fuelRemove...

Key Takeaways Serial hybrid systems have the engine connect to a generator charging the batteries supplying an electric motor that drives the propulsion. This allows engine operation independent of vessel speed.Parallel hybrids couple the engine directly to the propulsion system while also using an electric motor connected into the driveline for bursts of added thrust and to enable all-electric operation.Serial...

Key Takeaways: HVO 100 is a renewable diesel alternative produced from waste and residue sources like used vegetable oil and animal fats.Benefits of using HVO 100 over conventional diesel include reduced air pollutants and greenhouse gas emissions by up to 90% depending on feedstock.HVO 100 works well for diesel engines, with little to no modification needed in most cases. It...

Key Takeaways: Design Differences: V-Drive and Forward Drive have distinct designs, with V-Drive being traditional and Forward Drive being more innovative. Performance: Each drive system offers different performance characteristics in terms of speed, handling, and fuel efficiency. Application Suitability: The choice between V-Drive and Forward Drive often depends on the type of boating activity - like leisure, speed, or watersports...