In this tutorial, we are shown a quick method of retrofitting a reverse polarity switch onto a Volvo Penta 270 outdrive. It is quite common for the electrical assembly that…
In this video, Alex uses two old surplus spinnaker poles extended to create a simply A-Frame. This setup works well, particularly well on a small sailboat. The poles used on…
In this video, Alex demonstrates an effectively simple method of replacing a hank-on sail with a Plastimo furling system. It is noted in this video that a hank-on may be…
Lithium-ion is a type of rechargeable battery that is commonly found onboard in small devices, like Laptops, handheld radios, phones, torches, and vape pens. It is occasionally used in ameature…
This week the hearty crew at Sailing Pysch gave us a brief breakdown containing some of the common terminology used to describe cleats. Warning the experienced sailors might find this…
Solar Shading occurs when part of a solar panel or array is shadowed by an object or debris. If the potential of shading is not managed correctly then the output…
In this video, Luis boat DIY enthusiast and mobile barber discusses his inspiring journey in Securing an Ohlson 38 sailboat after Lockdown. A detailed account from the beginning of the…
Andy Miller is a US-based marine how-to Vlogger who has single-handedly changed and influenced the landscape of MarineYouTube vlogging as we know it. To date, he has published close to…
In this video, Sharon and Julian take on the formidable task of replacing their onboard toe rail batten. It’s common for hardwood rails, to split and wear down over time…
It’s very common to find accumulator tanks onboard, especially on boats that are being used as liveaboards where a constant supply of water is needed for showering or washing up. …
In this video, Greg Virgoe runs us through a basic installation of a cold water setup onboard a van. Though Greg is installing this system into his campervan conversion the…
There is no greater feeling than repowering a project yacht and turning a new lighting system on for the first time. It’s even better when you’re no longer reliant on…
In this video, Alex takes on the task of creating Lexan Boat Windows. Lexan lenses are made from polycarbonate which offers greater impact resistance when compared to perspex (Acrylic sheet)…
In this video, Alex demonstrates his simple but effective method for installing fake teak on a deck. EVA Teak Foam is bonded to pre-resined boards. This gives the sheets a…
In this Video Alex talks about the process of swapping out his lead acid leaure batteries for a Lithium phosphate subsitute. From a technical aspect having the BMS built into…
In this video Alex demonstrates his method of using a 12v sump pump box to form a deck cockpit drainidge system. The original cockpit drain fittings didn’t have enough drop…
In this super handy guide Alex talks us through his process of installing an anchor light on his sailing vessel – Meraki. We also get to a tour of his…
Whether it’s a motor cruiser or a sailboat having protruding USB devices in a cockpit or wheelhouse is a bad idea. In the modern age It’s important that these devices…
In this video, Alex compares his older 20-watt polycrystalline solar panels with a 30 watt monocrystalline equivalent. He also takes a retrospective look over his custom 3D-printed solar mounts that…
In this tutorial Alex talks us through the process of installing a B&G wind vane on his stepped mast sailing vessel. This process uses an existing piece of fabricated stainless…
In this tutorial, Alex talks us through his wrap around the boom furling setup. A simple modification of existing rigging tackle using a stainless steel washer, cotter pin and a…
In this video Alex enlists his friend Sam to help design and print custom 3D mounts for his onboard solar system. These mounts will be attached to the rails located…
In this video, Alex is faced with the common issue of hatches fouling on 12v USB sockets onboard. Notably in this video, he uses the face of the 12v socket…
Epoxy primers are used widely in both commercial and leisure boating industries because of their surface-tolerant characteristics and ability to stand up to the harshest marine environments. This makes them…
This weeks Boat Yoga position is the squirmy Rotablast baseplate twist. This spine re-aligning classic is a staple amongst unfortunate Springer narrowboat owners. This position was inspired 40ft of unprotected…
Sage Smart Oven is a free-standing stainless steel micro-oven that fits easily into small boats and galleys. It’s not currently marketed as a “Marine Oven” and you won’t find it…
This weeks Boat Yoga position is the formidable Galley Frog Crouch. Spurred on by a leaky fitting on the sink drain, this boat yoga pose is an intermediate level and…
Renovating boats has always had its challenges. Access to the little nooks and crannies can be testing at times. We often find ourselves twisted and squeezed into odd spots: bilges,…
Why you shouldn’t paint your internal GRP hull If you’re new to boat renovation and restoration and intend to spend long periods on your boat you may be wondering what…
The TTB689CSW Mini-plunge saw remains one of the most impressive micro tools that Titan have ever released. Well-built and robust it was almost perfectly matched for boat building and renovation. …
Our Boat Monitoring Back Story In 2017 BRP featured an article on DIY GSM cell phone alarm systems for boat monitoring. At the time of publishing the boat monitoring market…
Hello, fellow boaters are you looking for mobile boat repairs in the Bristol area? We have a decade of experience as liveaboards and boating enthusiasts and If we don’t have…
Silicon Marine offer an affordable range of single and dual engine exhaust alarms that can be used to monitor wet exhaust systems in boats. Manufactured in the UK, they pride…
Dampness in a boat is a constant battle. My first experience of how bad things can become was in Brighton. We were fresh-faced newbies in the boating arena and had…
The Project Boat Competition 2020 Entries- UK and Ireland. The Judges Fergal Butler – An Irish backyard boatbuilder and boating enthusiast. Fergal was one of the first people to…
Snapdragon 29 Renovation By Matt A few years ago, I bought my first boat; an abandoned Snapdragon 29ft bilge keel yacht, sitting in a boat yard graveyard on the River…
‘Emerald.H.D’ Szmaragd II Renovation By Ruth & Garry Emerald.H.D. is a 30′ Polish, Szmaragd II, fibreglass long keel hull imported from Gdansk Poland to the UK in 1972, with mahogany…
Kylemore 11 Renovation By Eoghan ‘Kylemore 2’ is a lake cruiser that had been in my wife’s family for a generation or two. Unfortunately, almost a decade ago it was…
Is it acceptable to replace my boat engine’s steel bolts with stainless steel bolts? At first glance, it may seem like an obvious answer. Boats are used in water. Water,…
32ft Reinke yacht Renovation by Mike Passat” is a 10 metre, GRP Reinke built in Berlin in 1970. The previous owner told me that he had sailed more than 60,000…
Winner Baronet MK2 Renovation by Mike I found the boat on Facebook marketplace and bought her on a whim. I believe she is a Winner Baronet Mk2; though from her…
1944 45ft Refueller Renovation by Ciaran ‘Blackthorn’ was originally built in 1944 by W.J. Yarwood & Sons Unser contract for the RAF. Known as a 45’ refuellers these beautiful crafts…
Broads Sail Cruiser Renovation By Chris This is my 1930s Whippet Class ( Earnst & Young ) broads cruiser. It was originally used for sailing the Norfolks rivers and broads…
Norman 20 Renovation by Pippa Here was our start into the boating world; a Norman 20 named ” Bruce ” ( yes we know, not in keeping with naming boats…
Coronet 24 Family Renovation Coronet family 24 before and after many hours and hard work. The boat was in a very poor condition when I found her near the Thames…
36ft 1980s Springer Renovation I am currently rebuilding my 36ft 1980s Springer canal boat from the bare bones. She had previously sunk twice to the bottom of the canal. I…
1970s JGM Madeira Renovation A 1970s JGM Madeira, it was used for 15 years as a stripped out fuel barge. When I purchased it there was no engines, no electrics,…
Dignity’ 3m Tri-hull ‘Dignity’ is a 3m tri-hull which we got as part of the sale of our bigger project boat Achilles. She was already in need of TLC when…
BWM Freestyle 5.9 Renovation I’ve been working part-time on this project boat for over a year now. I rebuilt one of the two engines, giving it a complete overhaul. The…
WIN A £250 ASAP supplies Voucher Boat Renovation People are collaborating with ASAP supplies in a quest to find the UK and Irelands number one boat renovator 2020. To enter…