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Here is a summary of answers to the most common questions at Killcare Marina.
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Are You near Brisbane ? No, we are not. Killcare Marina is located in Hardys Bay in the calm waters of the estuary called Brisbane Waters. It is part of th...
The following is a checklist of the important items you need to do every time you move your boat. We have also included a few maintenance tips to reduce your chances of bre...
Fouling is a kind of unwanted buildup (usually animal/vegetable derived) occurring on the boat's bottom and lower unit. Fouling creates additional drag which reduces boat p...
Your boat is a significant investment. To protect your investment and provide reliable leisure time aboard, maintenance is key. There are antifoul paints that, depending on...
What are the merits of applying 2 full coat of antifoul as against one ? Of course we will do whatever the customer asks, however our observations are that boats which rece...
Typically we recommend a hard antifouling over the ablative types. Both have their place and limitations, particular to each, but both really only offer the same 12 month s...
For the last few years we’ve been using International Yacht Coatings products and we are quite happy with their most comprehensive range available to suit every budget, ...
Prop Speed is a relatively new innovation specifically designed for application on propellers, rudders, shafts, skegs and trim tabs. Prop Speed™ works because it is slick...
This is very good question. Many boat owners will be familiar with galvanic corrosion and the costly nature of attending to the issues associated with metals in water. All ...
The gel coat on a GRP boat over time will oxidize, stain and lose its gloss. An acid wash when she is on the slip or hardstand is a cheap and easy way to remove the oxidiza...
Stern Drive manufacturers recommend inspection and servicing at 6 month intervals. It may sound like overkill, however we highly recommend that you adhere to the manufactur...
Boat trailers are often neglected. Trailers require regular maintenance and repair - frame, brakes, tow fittings, lighting, wheel bearings, rollers, winches... etc... We c...
What is better, a Berth or a Swing Mooring ? Generally it is a matter of personal preference, as both have their advantages and disadvantages ... We prepared this brief des...
Silicone tape leader Rescue Tape is the world's best-selling brand of self-fusing silicone tape. Silicone tape was first used by the US Military and after significant impro...
Many specifications and performance standards have been developed to evaluate batteries and measure their power. Several rating methods are used to provide the market, the ...
Your boat's propeller affects every phase of performance - handling, riding, comfort, speed, acceleration, engine life, fuel economy and safety. In determining boat perform...
Propellers are described in numbers: the first number is the diameter, and the second number is the pitch. So, a 14 x 19 propeller has a diameter of fourteen inches, and a ...
The type of hull determines what kind of propeller is required to move the boat through the water. There are two basic hull types: displacement and planing. Displacement bo...
Maximizing the performance of your boat is not just getting the right motor for your boat; many parameters play a big role in its performance. Top-end, hole-shot or cruisin...
With ever rising fuel prices and concerns over fuel supplies, boaters are paying attention to the efficiency of their engines now more than ever. Increasing your fuel effic...
During the operation of any marine engine - gas or diesel - exhaust gases are produced and must be removed from the engine and conducted outside the boat. While there are t...
The entire health of a boat is mirrored by the health of the bilge area. We are not talking spotless here, we are just pointing out basic safety and health requirements. So...
Whether it's an accumulation in the bilge or just a wet aft cabin mattress, in either case, the sources are almost endless. The obvious question is, when does it leak ? All...
There comes a time in our lives when we have this quest to take heavy machinery in hand. Often the job that seems like the easiest to conquer with heavy machinery is the ev...