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!
Jump Feet First into Synthetic Decking
Treat your tootsies—and your boat—to new synthetic decking.
Boat decks frequently get blasted with a witch’s brew of organic and synthetic liquids. Punishing substances— greasy sunscreen,...
New Suzuki Outboard
Suzuki Goes All Outboard
The newest Suzuki Outboard features innovative contra-rotating propellers and more exclusive features.
Suzuki Marine, a leader in four-stroke outboard technology and performance, introduces...
Fish Faster with Propspeed
Loosen Up
Keep propellers and underwater gear free of marine growth for top performance.
Marine growth can be a real drag on your boat’s performance. When...
Air Conditioner Maintenance
Keep it cool: The lowdown on air conditioning maintenance
Air conditioning systems are one of those onboard items that rarely get a second thought—until they stop working. Here’s...
Tides Marine’s Stainless Cleaner
Tides Marine's Super Stainless cleaner offers simple removal of unsightly rust or staining from stainless steel. The simple brush-on, rinse-off method passivates the surface...
