The marine alternator had to be removed so the problem could be found

Ali Wood gets to grips with Maximus’s faulty electrical system after some unexpected failures made an appearance on passage

A outboard bracket on a boat

Colin Staples wants to know what is the best product to lubricate metal to keep his stiffened outboard bracket moving freely

Portlights can leak creating damp conditions for curtains and soft furnishings

PBO reader Constantin Demner is struggling to get rid of a strange boat smell, which is permeating her clothing and her tools. Ben Sutcliffe-Davies answers her question

ePropulsion electric outboard

An electric outboard motor is a very different beast to a petrol one. It’s lighter, quieter and cleaner but does have some drawbacks, such as speed, range and cost. Testing…

Front cover of the June 2022 issue of Practical Boat Owner

How to choose your next project boat, everything you need to know to get ready for the boating season, dealing with emergencies at sea, and 21 pages of DIY...