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The “how to” boating knowledge you need!
Hi! I’m Capt Frank Lanier, a retired U.S. Coast Guard officer and SAMS® Accredited Marine Surveyor with over 40 years of experience in the maritime and diving industry.
I’m also an author, public speaker, and multiple award-winning journalist whose articles appear regularly in numerous marine publications worldwide, such as BoatUS Magazine, Practical Sailor Magazine, Southern Boating Magazine and Lakeland Boating Magazine.
Tune in as we discuss a wide range of boating topics, from boat maintenance, inspections, repairs and upgrade projects, to seamanship, safety, consumer reports and everything in between!
https://youtube.com/@everythingboatswithcaptfrank?si=9baR5ctILjCQ5e6l
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Send us a text All work done on a boat is good, right? Not so fast!!! You sometimes have to read between the lines to get the real story. Support the show https://youtube.com/@everythingboatswithcaptfrank?si=YoCC-d3MFy_z9hqc www.captfklanier.com
Send us a text If you have a hybrid charging system (solar, wind, generator, battery charger,etc) you need to know this!! A discussion on what charge controller confliction is and how to correct it. Support the show https://youtube.com/@everythingboatswithcaptfrank?si=YoCC-d3MFy_z9hqc www.captfklanier.com
Send us a text Thin nut first? Thick nut first? Here’s the correct answer and why! Support the show https://youtube.com/@everythingboatswithcaptfrank?si=YoCC-d3MFy_z9hqc www.captfklanier.com
Send us a text Can you mix different types of batteries (Wet-cell, Gel-cell, AGM, etc) safely and without destroying them? Here’s what you need to know! Support the show https://youtube.com/@everythingboatswithcaptfrank?si=YoCC-d3MFy_z9hqc www.captfklanier.com
Send us a text Want to ruin your boat? Follow this seller’s philosophy on winterizing its systems. Support the show https://youtube.com/@everythingboatswithcaptfrank?si=YoCC-d3MFy_z9hqc www.captfklanier.com
Send us a text Yes it’s tempting, but here are all the reasons you should never use a gasoline generator onboard! Support the show https://youtube.com/@everythingboatswithcaptfrank?si=YoCC-d3MFy_z9hqc www.captfklanier.com
Send us a text Support the show https://youtube.com/@everythingboatswithcaptfrank?si=YoCC-d3MFy_z9hqc www.captfklanier.com
Send us a text Bad engine mounts are everywhere! Are your engine mounts serviceable? Here’s how to tell! Support the show https://youtube.com/@everythingboatswithcaptfrank?si=YoCC-d3MFy_z9hqc www.captfklanier.com
Send us a text It’s one of the few onboard systems that can actually blow you up. Here’s how to keep that from happening! Support the show https://youtube.com/@everythingboatswithcaptfrank?si=YoCC-d3MFy_z9hqc www.captfklanier.com
Send us a text Five boating emergencies every boat owner should be able to handle. Support the show https://youtube.com/@everythingboatswithcaptfrank?si=YoCC-d3MFy_z9hqc www.captfklanier.com
Send us a text A deep dive discussion on planning and installation of a dual primary fuel system. Support the show https://youtube.com/@everythingboatswithcaptfrank?si=YoCC-d3MFy_z9hqc www.captfklanier.com
Send us a text Looking at boats to purchase, but want to narrow it down before spending money on a marine survey? How’s how! Support the show https://youtube.com/@everythingboatswithcaptfrank?si=YoCC-d3MFy_z9hqc www.captfklanier.com
Send us a text The straight poop on maintaining your holding tank, from pump out and cleaning tips to winterization best practices. Support the show https://youtube.com/@everythingboatswithcaptfrank?si=YoCC-d3MFy_z9hqc www.captfklanier.com
Send us a text Logical troubleshooting steps for an inoperative tilt and trim system. Support the show https://youtube.com/@everythingboatswithcaptfrank?si=YoCC-d3MFy_z9hqc www.captfklanier.com
Send us a text Want to be a Good Samaritan and give a disabled boat a tow? A deep dive discussion on whether you should and if so, how to do it correctly and safely. Support the show https://youtube.com/@everythingboatswithcaptfrank?si=YoCC-d3MFy_z9hqc www.captfklanier.com
Send us a text You’re sinking - now what?! A deep dive discussion on damage control basics and how to use them to keep your boat from sinking. Support the show https://youtube.com/@everythingboatswithcaptfrank?si=YoCC-d3MFy_z9hqc www.captfklanier.com
Send us a text Tips on how to get that stalled outboard engine moving again! Support the show https://youtube.com/@everythingboatswithcaptfrank?si=YoCC-d3MFy_z9hqc www.captfklanier.com
Send us a text A deep dive into the art of properly rafting up. Support the show https://youtube.com/@everythingboatswithcaptfrank?si=YoCC-d3MFy_z9hqc www.captfklanier.com
Send us a text Understanding waterproof ratings and how to apply them to your next purchase. Support the show https://youtube.com/@everythingboatswithcaptfrank?si=YoCC-d3MFy_z9hqc www.captfklanier.com
Send us a text From my “Ask Capt Frank” series, where I answer questions from my YouTube channel viewers and marine survey business customers. Support the show https://youtube.com/@everythingboatswithcaptfrank?si=YoCC-d3MFy_z9hqc www.captfklanier.com
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