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Selecting the right propeller is one of the easiest and most impactful steps to enhance your boat’s performance. Beyond keeping your boat's hull clean and your engine well-tuned, the proper propeller can improve speed, efficiency, and overall handling.Whether you're considering a change in pitch, material, or blade count—or simply replacing a damaged prop—this guide will help you navigate the selection process.Key Topics in Propeller Selection What Problems Are You Looking to Solve?Elevation and …

Explore the features and benefits of manual, electric, and hydraulic trim tabs, along with step-by-step installation guidance.Trim tabs are essential for optimizing a powerboat’s trim—its fore, aft, and side-to-side attitude in the water. They enhance performance in varying sea conditions while improving ride comfort and handling. With trim tabs, you can adjust the bow’s attitude, similar to power trim, and use electric or hydraulic tabs to manage side-to-side balance, even at low speeds. Whethe …

This article provides an overview of navigation light requirements and serves as a guide for selecting the appropriate navigation lights.Recreational boats operating at night are required to display navigation lights between sunset and sunrise. Recent changes to the Inland Navigation Rules have made them nearly identical to the International Rules. To simplify, we will describe the International Rules.Types of Boat Navigation LightsSidelights - Port Sidelights: Red and shine from dead ahead …

Is a bigger trolling motor always the better choice? This article addresses that question and many others to help you choose the right trolling motor for your needs.Choosing the Right Size Trolling MotorWhen selecting a trolling motor, consider the following factors:Freshwater vs. SaltwaterShaft LengthRequired ThrustSizePower ConsumptionNote: If you frequently fish in areas with large waves, add 8 inches to your bow-to-waterline measurement.Bow-Mount MotorsBow-mounted motors are ideal for angler …

This overview explains the features of fishfinders to help you choose the right one for your needs.Fishfinders provide anglers with a graphic representation of what lies beneath their boats, allowing them to identify fish. When selecting a fishfinder, consider factors such as the unit type—whether it includes GPS and is part of a boat-wide network—the size of the fishfinder's footprint, the display resolution, the necessary transmitting power, and the frequencies best suited for inland, coastal, …

Harnessing solar energy is an effective method to maintain your boat's batteries and power onboard systems. Here's a concise guide to help you get started.Benefits of Marine Solar Panels: Battery Maintenance: Solar panels can keep your batteries charged when your boat is not connected to shore power, preventing self-discharge.Extended Cruising: For sailboats on long voyages, solar panels can reduce or eliminate the need to run the engine solely for battery charging.Selecting the Right Solar Pane …

Marine Barbecues: A Boater’s Essential Cooking CompanionMarine barbecues have become an indispensable feature for many cruisers and day-use boaters. There's nothing quite like anchoring in a tranquil cove and firing up the grill to cap off the day with a delicious meal. Additionally, they provide extra cooking capacity when the galley is overwhelmed with hungry guests. Mounted on the stern rail or gunwale, marine grills are always ready for action. Equipped with domes and lids, they offer energy …

Ever wondered what "JASO" means? This alphabetical guide deciphers boating abbreviations and provides clear explanations for many more.What do they all mean? While browsing c6products.com or looking through one of our sales fliers, have you ever come across an acronym or abbreviation that left you puzzled? For instance, what does "CARB" stand for? That one's easy for many—California Air Resources Board. But what about "GRS" or "HEI"? A little trickier, right? To find the answers, take a loo …