Marine Mentor Survey's and Consulting

03/17/2019

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This month s report on bottom preparation is another reminder that the most effective paint as determined by our past testing might not always be the best for your circumstances or location.

02/22/2019

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Most vessels that I inspect do not have the MMSI registered or does not have the NMEA connection with the plotter which does not allow the VHF to receive location info.

The U.S. Coast Guard continues be concerned about the misuse (or lack of use) of VHF radios for distress calling. Many boaters, it seems, don t understand the importance of registering their radio equipment, and how to properly use Digital Selective Calling (DSC) feature. Here we offer a brief overv...

11/10/2018

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The irregular shape of welds makes them difficult to inspect using ultrasound technology. Visual inspections can also be deceiving--especially with new welds.

07/06/2018

Good article about the dangers of E-15. We recommend using ethanol free fuel. If you decide to use E-10 in your vessel be sure to add a stabilizer to reduce the possibility of phase separation.

In mid-April, President Trump said he was planning to remove summertime Environmental Protection Agency regulations and allow the sale of E15 gasoline — made with 15 percent ethanol — year-round.

02/08/2018

Terry offers some helpful advice for anglers wanting to maximize the life of their outboard motors.

01/30/2018

I see a lot of inflated salvage invoices from insurance claims. Hopefully this will pass. No one should be taken advantage of in an emergency.

Florida State Sen. Dana Young, who describes herself as “an avid recreational boat owner and sixth-generation Floridian,” has authored legislation that takes on

12/11/2017

The responsibility of a skipper at sea is huge. Read about what the law says, the potential risks and understand the rules to ensure safety on board.

10/01/2017

Recently along the Gulf Coast multiple passengers on board an uninspected passenger vessel (UPV) were hospitalized due to carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning. One of the persons had a 26% CO level (amount of CO bound to hemoglobin or red blood cells) in their blood stream. Additionally, it was discovered...

09/04/2017

Do you know how to prepare your boat for a hurricane? With Irma threatening Florida now is the time to make plans and prepare for the worst. Here are some tips..

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HOW TO PREPARE YOUR VESSEL FOR A HURRICANE

08/20/2017

Lightning was always my biggest concern when I was cruising. Here are some ways to potentially reduce the effects.

Leggi l'articolo in italiano A storm is a democratic phenomenon. It can hit anybody, even the most careful people, especially in hot summer days, when cumu

08/14/2017

Transform your boat with these tips.