Concept Speed & Marine

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Why regularly detail your boat? Between exposure to the UV rays of the sun and seaweed, grasses and tiny organisms in the water that can eat away at your boat there is plenty of danger facing boats - whether the trip is in freshwater or saltwater.

Unfortunately, you never know what’s beneath the surface of even the most familiar waterways. If you’ve recently scraped over something while boating, it’s smart to bring it in for repairs before that scratch can evolve into a crack.

The alternator on your boat gets its name from the alternating current that it generates, which is more powerful than a direct current generator. Your engine battery and house battery, however, are direct current, which is why the alternating current is converted first.

Marine wire is usually constructed with a copper conductor to survive the harsh marine environment. The jacket of the cable will likely have been tested for flammability safety and both the jacket and the insulation must undergo rating for water-resistance.

What's the hull? When describing a boat, the hull refers to the body of the vessel itself minus any motors or sails.

Have you ever wondered why the bilge pump switch needs to be installed in the positive conductor? By minimizing the number of submerged components carrying electricity, it lessens the impact of stray current corrosion if the pump is damaged.

It’s a good idea to have your boat regularly inspected to make sure that it’s seaworthy. This includes inspection of the panels, floorboards, hatch covers, and electrical panel, as well as hidden components.

In Europe, kapok is the preferred stuffing material for upholstery used in authentic boat restorations. In America, foam is the most widely used cushion and stuffing material, because it retains its shape and creates a crisp, tailored look.

In 1927, Chrysler expanded into the marine motor market and released its first boat engine. While some early high-powered motors included electric starters, in 1970, they released something new: a lightweight 13 hp boat motor that also featured an electric starter.

The fabric crypton features outstanding moisture resistance which is important when it comes to outdoor furniture or boat fittings, because moisture or fluid that penetrates fabric can be absorbed into the under-padding and create odors, mold, or other damage.

With 852 lives lost, the sinking of MS Estonia in 1994 is considered the second-deadliest European shipwreck disaster after the Titanic. The whole ship was buried in situ, and a treaty in 1995 declared the site’s sanctity.