Engine & Upkeep
Home Engine & Upkeep
Keeping up with your engine and general maintenance can feel overwhelming without the right tools. That’s why Southern Boating breaks the upkeep your boat needs into manageable articles. View our information on inboard engines, outboards, electric, systems, generators, hulls, and general maintenance. Check back soon—new Engine and Upkeep posts are added weekly!
Davit Maintenance
Keep your lift in tip-top shape with some davit maintenance
Davits work on boats without fanfare. Akin to heads and air conditioning, no one thinks about...
Check your Clamps and Hoses
Check your clamps and hoses before they check out.
Hard slams and big bangs are conditions every mariner endures in rough seas—hopefully, it doesn’t take...
Planning Your ICW Trip
Take the time to enjoy the road less traveled when planning your ICW trip.
When it comes to cruising the ICW, the oft-quoted phrase “getting...
Are Marine Batteries the Future?
What does the future hold for marine batteries?
A recent analysis by Future Market Insights forecasts that the global electric boat market is projected to...
New Power Products
For faster, more comfortable and more economical boating, equip your vessel with the most advanced power options available.
In addition to boat builders, marine equipment...