We test the Seagull IV X-1 filter as part of a test of 9 ways to improve the taste of your boat's tank water
Ben Meakins
Whale AquaSource Clear
We test the Whale Aqua Source Clear filter as part of a test of 9 ways to improve the taste of your boat's tank water
Jabsco Aqua Filta
We test the Jabsco Aquafilta as part of a test of 9 ways to improve the taste of your boat's tank water
Aquatiere Super Water Filter
We test the Aquatiere Super Water Filter as part of a test of 9 ways to improve the taste of your boat's tank water
Nature Pure QCII
We test the Nature Pure QCII water filter as part of a test of 9 ways to improve the taste of your boat's tank water
Penguin Hydropure filter
We test the Penguin Hydropure filter as part of a test of 9 ways to improve the taste of your boat's tank water
Aqua Clean Tabs
We test Aqua Clean Tabs as part of a test of 9 ways to improve the taste of your boat's tank water
Lemon Juice
We test Lemon Juice as part of a test of 9 ways to improve the taste of your boat's tank water
Aqua Sol
We test Aqua Sol as part of a test of 9 ways to improve the taste of your boat's tank water
Boat water tank treatments tested
The ‘tank taste’ you get from a boat’s fresh water tank can be pretty unpalatable, especially if you’re feeling seasick. Mostly this taste is disguised when used for cooking, but…
Replacing a Yanmar 1GM10 cylinder head
How to remove, inspect, replace if necessary, and refit a Yanmar 1GM10 cylinder head - step-by-step
3D printing boat parts
Much has recently been made in the papers about 3D printing, which can manufacture replacement bones, blood vessels, buildings and weapons, while NASA are even considering using it to construct…
Check your boat’s gas system
Considering gas is the most dangerous substance likely to be on board, you’d be surprised how far down the list most people place the safety of their gas system. Many…
What to pack in a grab bag
No one wants to abandon ship, but a grab bag of essentials can make a short stay in a liferaft more bearable – and might even save your life
Your project here!
If you’re enjoying our Practical Projects section, why not send us your practical tips, techniques and ideas? We pay at least £30 for each one published in the magazine. Contact…
Seizing a shackle – with another shackle
Paul Young seizes his mooring shackle... with another shackle to ensure it doesn't come undone
Stop genoa sheets catching when tacking
Peter Lyle stops lines snagging on a stored spinnaker pole when tacking his Jeanneau 36i
Build a boat from a kit
There’s a great way to own a new boat on a budget – build it yourself. We followed five builders and their projects
Step for an old sea dog
Our border collie, Floss, is getting on in years and finds the companionway steps on our Southerly 115 Dulcibella II too steep to manage in either direction. After considering various…
Charging a battery from an outboard motor
Peter Fildes builds a circuit to effectively charge his batteries from his outboard motor’s lighting coil