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Fixing a Project Boat, Planning for success Part 1 #boatrepair #projectboat #boating
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Fixing a Project Boat, Planning for success Part 1 #boatrepair #projectboat #boating

Thinking of taking on a Project Boat? This series will help you with everything from selecting the right boat to planning your project from start to finish. Being successful in restoring a boat takes more then just knowing how to fiberglass and varnish. It takes careful planning and knowing what mis...
Catalina 380 Hard grounding repairs Part 3
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Catalina 380 Hard grounding repairs Part 3

In part 2 of this 3 part video I show how I purchased a Catalina 380 totaled by the insurance company, repaired the damage and brought her back to solid sailing condition again. In the end I sold this boat for twice what I had in it. Not a how to video but more a look at how I tackled this project t...
Catalina 380 Hard grounding repairs part 2
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Catalina 380 Hard grounding repairs part 2

In part 2 of this 3 part video I show how I purchased a Catalina 380 totaled by the insurance company, repaired the damage and brought her back to solid sailing condition again. In the end I sold this boat for twice what I had in it. Not a how to video but more a look at how I tackled this project t...
Catalina 380 Hard grounding repair, Part one
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Catalina 380 Hard grounding repair, Part one

In part 1 of this 3 part video I show how I purchased a Catalina 380 totaled by the insurance company, repaired the damage and brought her back to solid sailing condition again. In the end I sold this boat for twice what I had in it. Not a how to video but more a look at how I tackled this project t...
Amateur Radio on your Boat #boating #offshore
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Amateur Radio on your Boat #boating #offshore

In this video I talk about the advantages and disadvantages of using amateur single side band AM radio aboard your boat. Although not for everyone amateur radio can be fun and help connect you to other cruisers. It can also be another safety net when cruising far from land and regular communications...
What is a Marine Survey?
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What is a Marine Survey?

As a retired surveyor I talk about what a survey is, it's limitations, how to go about hiring a surveyor and understanding the process. Getting a good survey can save you thousands of dollars so it is important to hire the right surveyor. If you find this video helpful please consider supporti...
Cheap Holding Tank Full Indicator
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Cheap Holding Tank Full Indicator

How to make a cheap holding tank full indicator light. Skip the expensive marine full lights and make a full light at a fraction of the cost.
Quick Tips, Head lockout
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Quick Tips, Head lockout

A quick and easy way to make sure your head thru hull lockout meets USCG standards. Avoid a violations because your thru hull is not properly secured. If you like this video please subscribe and hit thumbs up, this helps with ranking. (And makes me happy!) If you find this video helpful please cons...
Chain-plate Maintenance
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Chain-plate Maintenance

Chain-plates are an often over looked maintenance item about any older sailboat. The results of not paying attention to your chain-plates can lead to catastrophic results. In this video Capt. Wayne explains the importance of doing basic checks to ensure your chain-plates are in good shape. #boatrepa...
Maintaining Your Boats Fuel System
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Maintaining Your Boats Fuel System

A basic guild to keeping your engine running smoothly. Avoid fuel related problems with some simple routine inspections. Hi I’m Capt. Wayne Canning I have been in the marine industry for most of my professional life and then some. Over 50 years working on boats has taught me a thing or two about ...
Lost Loves and Other Shiny Things
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Lost Loves and Other Shiny Things

A humorous look at something we have all done...dropping that special part overboard. #boatrepair #sailing #projectboat Hi I’m Capt. Wayne Canning I have been in the marine industry for most of my professional life and then some. Over 50 years working on boats has taught me a thing or two about bo...
Battery installations
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Battery installations

The proper way to install lead acid batteries in your boat. Capt Wayne explains why a good battery installation is important for the safety of your boat. Doing it right is not hard and will protect you and your batteries. Hi I’m Capt. Wayne Canning I have been in the marine industry for most of my ...
Fiberglass Boat Restoration Book promo
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Fiberglass Boat Restoration Book promo

How my book Fiberglass Boat Restoration can help select and complete a successful project boat restoration. If you find this video helpful please consider subscribing to our Patreon channel. Your support helps us keep producing quality content. For more content visit our web site at www.boatingze...
Favorite Tools Vacuum Vise
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Favorite Tools Vacuum Vise

Another of my favorite tools is a vacuum vise. Great for helping for projects around the boat. This inexpensive but handy tool will be like a 3rd hand aboard. Sometimes the simple tools are the best. Thanks for watching. Hi I’m Capt. Wayne Canning I have been in the marine industry for most of my p...
Replacing a 30 amp 120 volt shore cord end plug.
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Replacing a 30 amp 120 volt shore cord end plug.

Don't risk a fire with a bad shore cord plug. In this video I show you how the replace a 30 amp 120 VAC shore cord plug end. A step by step to saving your shore cord from the trash and making your shore power safer. Hi I’m Capt. Wayne Canning I have been in the marine industry for most of my ...
Drilling and cutting stainless steel.
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Drilling and cutting stainless steel.

In this first quick tips video I show you how easy it is to drill and cut stainless steel when you have the right magic potion. If you find this video helpful please consider subscribing to our Patreon channel. Your support helps us keep producing quality content. For more content visit our web si...
Favorite Tools, Angle Drill
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Favorite Tools, Angle Drill

In these short videos I show off my favorite tools. In this episode I show you my favorite Angle Drill and why I like it so much. Click the links in the right header above the subscribe to help me out. Thanks If you find this video helpful please consider subscribing to our Patreon channel. Your sup...
Install a  Battery mounted Fuse Block
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Install a Battery mounted Fuse Block

In this video I show how I added a Blue Seas battery mounted fuse block to clean up the wire connections to my battery. If you find this video helpful please consider subscribing to our Patreon channel. Your support helps us keep producing quality content. For more content visit our web site at w...
Re sealing a deck hatch.
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Re sealing a deck hatch.

Resealing a deck hatch. Fixing a leaking deck hatch. If you find this video helpful please consider subscribing to our Patreon channel. Your support helps us keep producing quality content. For more content visit our web site at www.boatingzen.com As always your input and comments are welcomed a...
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Making a flush face plate
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Making a flush face plate

Making a flush face plate for electronics. Installing electronics in flush panel. How to have a perfect fit for your electronics. Give your electronics a custom installation. If you find this video helpful please consider subscribing to our Patreon channel. Your support helps us keep producing qua...
Trouble shooting Fuel Tank gauge, sender
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Trouble shooting Fuel Tank gauge, sender

How to trouble shoot problems with your fuel tank sending unit and gauge. Trouble shooting a marine tank level gauge. If you find this video helpful please consider subscribing to our Patreon channel. Your support helps us keep producing quality content. For more content visit our web site at ww...
How to polish cloudy plastic and acrylic port lights and windows.
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How to polish cloudy plastic and acrylic port lights and windows.

I show you how to polish those cloudy and damaged port light lens to make them clear again. With a little bit of effort you can see through your port lights again. make your boat look newer and nicer by polishing and cleaning the plastic. If you find this video helpful please consider subscribing t...
Plunger Clothes Washer
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Plunger Clothes Washer

A simple and cheap method of washing clothes when you are out there off the grid. If you find this video helpful please consider subscribing to our Patreon channel. Your support helps us keep producing quality content. For more content visit our web site at www.boatingzen.com As always your inpu...
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