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  • Introduction to Sailboat Ownership
  • Ownership Expectations
  • The True Cost of Ownership
  • Sailboat Systems Overview
  • Safety, Legal & Documentation
  • Your First Cruise
  • DIY vs Professional Work
  • Tools Every Owner Needs
  • Developing a Maintenance Mindset
  • Rigging Maintenance Overview
  • Inspecting Standing Rigging
  • Rig Tension and Mast Tuning
  • Running Rigging Care and Chafe Prevention
  • Line Inspection, Selection, and Replacement
  • Sail Care and Maintenance
  • Sail Repair Basics
  • Reefing Systems Maintenance
  • Winch Inspection and Servicing
  • Blocks, Clutches, and Deck Hardware
  • Furling System Upkeep
  • Emergency Rigging Repairs
  • Introduction to Marine Diesel Engines
  • Outboard Engines for Sailboats
  • Steering Systems
  • Thrusters and Auxiliary Systems
  • Engine Controls and Instrumentation
  • Troubleshooting Marine Engines
  • How Marine Diesels Work
  • Fuel Systems
  • Cooling Systems
  • Exhaust Systems
  • Lubrication and Oil
  • Engine Electrics
  • Engine Mounts and Alignment
  • Routine Maintenance Schedules
  • Winterization and Commissioning
  • Marine Transmissions
  • Saildrives
  • Propellers and Shafts
  • Introduction to Marine Electrical
  • Electrical Fundamentals
  • DC and AC Circuits
  • Electrical Tools and Testing
  • Navigation Lights and LEDs
  • Marine Electronics Installation
  • Troubleshooting Electrical Problems
  • Battery Types and Selection
  • Battery Banks and Wiring
  • Battery Monitoring and Maintenance
  • Battery Installation and Replacement
  • Alternators and Engine Charging
  • Solar Power Systems
  • Wind Generators
  • Shore Power, Chargers, and Inverters
  • Electrical Panels and Distribution
  • Wiring Best Practices
  • Fuses, Circuit Breakers, and Safety
  • Grounding, Bonding, and Corrosion
  • Introduction to Marine Plumbing
  • Through-Hulls and Seacocks
  • Hoses, Fittings, and Connections
  • Leak Prevention and Detection
  • Winterizing Plumbing Systems
  • Freshwater Tanks
  • Freshwater Pumps and Pressure
  • Water Filtration and Treatment
  • Hot Water Systems
  • Marine Toilet Types
  • Holding Tanks and Pumpout
  • Marine Sanitation Devices and Regulations
  • Greywater Systems
  • Bilge Pump Types and Sizing
  • Bilge System Installation
  • Bilge Maintenance and Troubleshooting
  • Introduction to Navigation Equipment
  • The Magnetic Compass
  • Paper Charts and Publications
  • Navigation Software and Apps
  • Data Logging and Integration
  • GPS and Chartplotters
  • Radar for Sailboats
  • Depth, Speed, and Wind Instruments
  • Autopilot Systems
  • VHF Radio Systems
  • AIS Systems
  • Satellite Communications
  • EPIRBs, PLBs, and Safety Electronics
  • Instrument Calibration
  • Antenna and Cable Maintenance
  • Electronics Troubleshooting
  • Electronics Upgrades and Planning
  • Introduction to Hull Maintenance
  • Hull Inspection and Damage Assessment
  • Sealants, Adhesives, and Lubricants
  • Preventive Maintenance Schedules
  • Seasonal Commissioning and Decommissioning
  • Mid-Season and Post-Cruise Care
  • Gelcoat Repair and Restoration
  • Structural Fiberglass Repair
  • Osmotic Blister Treatment
  • Core Repair and Delamination
  • Teak Deck Maintenance and Repair
  • Interior Woodwork and Joinery
  • Rot Identification and Repair
  • Surface Preparation and Fairing
  • Topside Painting
  • Bottom Paint and Antifouling
  • Varnishing and Brightwork
  • Marine Metals and Galvanic Corrosion
  • Stainless Steel and Aluminum Maintenance
  • Zinc Anodes and Cathodic Protection
  • Introduction to Safety Equipment
  • Safety Equipment Inspection Schedules
  • Man Overboard Equipment and Recovery Gear
  • First Aid Kits and Medical Preparedness
  • Storm Preparation and Gear Readiness
  • Life Raft Types, Selection, and Carriage
  • Life Raft Servicing and Lifespan
  • PFDs and Lifejackets
  • PFD Inspection, Rearming, and Replacement
  • EPIRBs and PLBs — Registration and Compliance
  • Flares, Pyrotechnics, and Visual Distress Signals
  • Sound Signals and Non-Electronic Visual Signals
  • DSC, MMSI, and Emergency Communications Readiness
  • Marine Fire Extinguisher Types and Selection
  • Fire Extinguisher Inspection and Replacement
  • Fixed Fire Suppression Systems
  • Fire Prevention and Fire Drills
  • Jacklines, Harnesses, and Tethers
  • Anchoring Equipment Inspection and Maintenance
  • Docking Equipment and Line Safety
  • Heavy Weather Equipment Maintenance
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Boat Repair & Ownership

Maintain and repair your own boat — from ownership basics to engine care, electrical systems, and hull work.

Ownership & Introduction

Buying, insuring, surveying, and managing the business of boat ownership.

9 topics

Rigging, Lines & Sails

Standing and running rigging, sail care, splicing, and rig tuning.

12 topics

Mechanical Systems

Diesel engines, drivetrains, steering, and mechanical troubleshooting.

18 topics

Electrical Systems

DC and AC circuits, batteries, charging, panels, and marine wiring.

19 topics

Plumbing & Water Systems

Freshwater, sanitation, bilge pumps, through-hulls, and winterizing.

16 topics

Navigation Equipment

GPS, radar, autopilots, instruments, AIS, and marine electronics.

17 topics

Hull Maintenance and Repair

Fiberglass, gelcoat, painting, woodwork, metalwork, and corrosion protection.

20 topics

Safety & Emergency Systems

Life rafts, PFDs, fire safety, signaling, and deck safety equipment.

21 topics

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