The Marine Knowledge Network
Field write-ups from real jobs - what broke, what fixed it, torque specs and part numbers included. Ask it a question; specs answer inline.
13 articles for “lights”
Boat Trailer Lights and Wiring Troubleshooting
## The pattern behind most trailer light calls Trailer light faults are 80% grounds and ...
Spring Recommissioning Checklist: Outboard Boats
... if wired that way). - Test nav lights, horn, gauges, and the kill lanyard — actually ...
Sterndrive Spring Recommissioning Checklist
... Fire extinguisher in date; horn, nav lights, lanyard kill test. ## First start and sea ...
Gelcoat Crack Repair: From Spider Cracks to Gouges
... stays tacky - Color-matching under shop lights instead of daylight - Promising "invisible" on a ...
Boat Trailer Bearing Service (and Bearing Buddy Myths)
... Clean bearings in solvent and inspect races and rollers under good light: pitting, blueing ...
Prop Selection Basics: Pitch, Diameter, and Hitting the RPM Window
... the load question — a boat propped light with two people will lug with a ...
Volvo Penta Sterndrive Annual Service Essentials
... full-travel inspection of driveshaft, exhaust, and shift mechanisms with a light and mirror ...
Pontoon Boat Inspection: Logs, Leaks, and Pre-Season Checks
... the fastener holes down). - **Electrical:** nav lights, bilge pump in the pod if fitted ...
Trailer Surge Brakes: Inspection and Service
... A failed lockout solenoid (check its power feed from the reverse-light circuit) is ...
Honda BF-Series Carburetor Cleaning
... water heater or a dropped trouble light is a fire. Ventilate, no smoking, battery ...
MerCruiser Alpha One Bellows Inspection: The Boat-Sinker Check
... Use a bright light and a mirror; check the **bottom** folds where water pools ...
Bilge Pump Setup Done Right
... the clamps. - Manual switch and panel light functional? ## What to recommend on bigger boats ...
Reading Marine Spark Plugs: A Diagnosis in Your Hand
... plug's appearance. ## The reference conditions - **Light tan/gray deposits, dry:** healthy combustion. This ...