Articles
This section delves into boat bottom topics I often discuss with my clients and fellow boat owners. Each of these articles was inspired by actual boats. If you have an idea or question not covered here, please click Ask Lowell. Your topic may become the subject of a future article.
Additionally, a carefully-curated list of products that have stood the test of time on my boat and working in the marine environment can be found here.
Bottom Paint Guide
In 10 years of tracking bottom paint performance, I’ve noticed a variety of results – good and bad – in the performance of bottom paint.
Anode Issues
Anode Fasteners Falling Out Anodes lose material around the fastener much faster than elsewhere on...
How to properly install anodes
If you are tired of replacing your anodes every few months because they just can't seem to stay...
Rusting Keel Fins
Beneteau keel fins (a very common brand of sailboat) are made of carbon steel, which rusts in the...
Propspeed not sticking to previously corroded metals
Whenever a propeller has previously suffered from pink metal or pitting, it needs special prep...
Is my boat in a hot harbor?
The problem of "hot harbors:" There are marinas or harbors where stray electrical current is...
Red Tide/Algae Bloom
During August & September 2022, San Francisco Bay experienced a Red Tide bloom that made...
Zinc anodes are not protecting the propeller
Have you ever had an anode just not seem to be doing its job? You know, you install it on your...
How to secure “Propnut” style anodes with lock washers
Have you ever had an anode fall off your propeller? It's a frustrating and annoying problem that...
Bootstripe Submerged in Water
Have you ever noticed how the bootstripe on your boat always seems to get all messed up and...
Backing Down can break Trim Tab connections: how to repair and how to avoid
One problem that seems to crop up time and time again is the issue of backing down too...
How to epoxy barrier coat lead, cast iron and other metals
When it comes to maintaining the longevity of your boat, applying an epoxy barrier coat to the...
Paint Haloing
If you're a boat owner, you know how important it is to keep your bottom paint in good shape....
All Articles
Backing Down can break Trim Tab connections: how to repair and how to avoid
How to epoxy barrier coat lead and cast iron keels for longterm protection
How to properly install anodes
How to secure “Propnut” style anodes with lock washers
Propspeed not sticking to previously corroded metals.
Zinc Anodes are not protecting the propeller
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