Maintenance
What Color Is Your Engine Smoke?
What color is your diesel engine’s smoke? Is it really smoke or maybe it could be steam? […]
Articles by Captain Chris Yacht Services
Maintenance
What Flavor Is Your Motor Oil?
What flavor is your motor oil? […]
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Cruising 101- FUNdamentals with Captain Chris!
If you have cruising on your bucket list but you or your mate need some help getting started then our Cruising 101 Seminar is your first adventure…Ask Captain Chris about cruising FUNdamentals! This comprehensive seminar will open your eyes to the life of a cruiser and all the essentials you and your crew need to master before you leave the dock – in just 2 days with an optional boat yard tour on the third day. […]
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Boat Systems Seminar – January 2017
From changing your own fuel filter to maintaining your shaft seals, Captain Chris will get you safely on your way…saving your $$ for marinas not mechanics! Come to our two-day seminar where the tropics begin in Vero Beach, Florida and Ask Captain Chris about boat maintenance. […]
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LooperPalooza!
Many of us have a Great Loop cruise on our bucket list. Captain Chris is part of a team of experts that can help you discover all there is to learn about this spectacular adventure. Come to Fort Myers to meet Captains Chris & Alyse who will share… […]
Owner Training
Paper or Electronic Charts
In the boating world we are inspired to ask what the experts think- best boat? twin engines or single? which anchor? Most recently someone asked do you NEED paper charts if you have electronics. So here is our two dollars worth. We believe in both paper charts and a marine GPS Chartplotter…yup both. Belts and suspenders may look awkward but they work. And here are a few reasons why. […]
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Stuart Boat Show
WOW! January in Florida! add BOATING and does it get any better than this?
Maintenance
Top Five DIY Maintenance Items for Boat Owners
WOW! There are a lot of reasons to learn about your boat and its systems. Some key areas that will effect almost every boat owner can be easily mastered. Here are my top 5 maintenance skills you can and should DIY to save money and time: […]
Owner Training
Do It In A Dinghy!
Ever wonder how to get ashore from your anchored boat? How do you take your dog on shore patrol? Do it in a DINGHY!! But just buying a dinghy is not that simple. What is the mission of the dinghy and how will you store it aboard? […]