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The Smart Buyer - Whose boat are you buying?

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Dead pump diagnosis: It was my fault

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The carriage regulations for AIS

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Breaking down the ABCs of AIS

AIS is especially useful at night or in fog, providing a snapshot of vessel traffic and such information as position, course and speed.
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AIS: the electronic eyes of navigation

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Maintenance

Get charged up about battery maintenance

The Cape Dory 33 Flybridge that Willie Keillor bought as a project boat had been neglected on the hard for five years, so a thorough inspection with a qualified eye was critical.
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The project boat: Are you up to the task? Part II

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Spiffing up your pride and joy

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Electronic lifelines: MOB insurance