Stainless Steel Welding on Boats: Ensuring Durability and Safety at Sea Welding is a critical process in the construction and repair of boats, and when it comes to materials that can withstand the harsh marine environment, stainless steel is a top contender. Known for its corrosion resistance and strength, stainless steel is an ideal choice[…]
“Good Old Boat” history magazine is a bi-monthly publication that caters to hands-on sailboat owners who are passionate about maintaining, upgrading, and enjoying cruising sailboats, particularly those built since the late 1950s. The magazine stands out for its focus on practical advice, offering reviews, stories from sailors, technical articles about equipment installations and repairs, and[…]
Thanks for the Pictures! Thanks to CR for submitting some picturesque sunset photos of their Beneteau Oceanis 41 equipped with Klacko Custom Arch & Davit System. As the sun dips below the horizon, painting the sky with hues of fiery orange and tranquil purple, a lone sailboat glides across the calm waters. Its sails, bathed[…]
Protect Your Powerboat Any boat that has a wet exhaust with a discharge opening of about three inches or larger, is at risk. Because, a Muskrat, Water Rat, Otter, or other vermin, can and will swim up into your exhaust. They chew through a coupling hose to the inside of the boat or make a[…]
Helpful ideas for solar based power systems on your boat. Disclaimer – This is purely for educational and research purposes, We are in no way responsible for any monetary loss/gain you make using this, I highly encourage you to view this as a learning resource and not as professional advice. Below are some interesting links that[…]
Klacko & Klacko:Sparring Partners Be sure to pick up the November issue of Good Old Boat Magazine. Klacko Marine is featured in an article by Rob Mazza chronicling the history of Klacko Marine and the contributions we’ve made over the last 60yrs. We are avid readers of Good Old Boat Magazine, if you have not[…]