TECHNICAL SPOTLIGHT

Boat propellers make or break how your boat runs. If the setup is wrong, you feel it straight away. The boat struggles to get on plane, fuel use climbs, and the engine never quite sounds right. If it is dialled in properly, everything settles. It lifts cleanly, holds speed, and the engine sits exactly where it should. Most people only look at boat props when something goes wrong. That is usually when the guesswork starts and money gets wasted. This guide will show you how to get it right the fir …

A boat jack plate is an adjustable mounting bracket installed between your boat’s transom and the outboard motor. It allows you to raise or lower the engine height to improve boat performance, propeller efficiency and handling. By adjusting the engine height, boat owners can reduce drag, improve fuel efficiency and optimise the way water flows to the propeller. This makes jack plates a popular upgrade for fishing boats, performance boats and recreational vessels. If you are looking to upgr …

Marine anodes are essential components that protect boats from corrosion caused by electrolysis and galvanic reactions in water. Without marine anodes, important metal parts such as propellers, shafts, trim tabs, and engines can deteriorate quickly, leading to expensive repairs. Also known as sacrificial anodes, these components are designed to corrode first, protecting the rest of your vessel’s metal hardware. If your boat operates in saltwater, freshwater, or marinas with electrical acti …