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Oil Filter Magnet - The FilterMag
if you have spent any amount of time with a wrench in your hands and know that many stock automotive oil, transmission have magnets.

Dave LeGear
Jan 225 min read


Low budget Outboard Pre-Lube Pump (4 Stroke only)
Pre-Lube pumps circulate lube oil throughout the engine before it is started.

Dave LeGear
Jan 194 min read


Low-budget hatch liners for your Skiff/Boat!
Are you looking to help keep your tackle, camera, and other gear bags drier and off the deck inside your hatches?

Dave LeGear
Jan 93 min read


Oil Filter Magnet - The FilterMag Technology
As discussed in our first article on this innovative product...

Dave LeGear
Jan 22 min read


Upholstery Care Tips
A nice guide on what and better yet, what (not) to use, for those awesome vinyl-coated covered seats.

Dave LeGear
Dec 22, 20253 min read


What is Carbon Innegra?
So what exactly is Carbon Innegra, and what makes it a better option for building Skiffs and Bay Boats than say Kevlar?

Dave LeGear
Nov 23, 20252 min read


Maximizing Efficiency: Tracking Fuel Burn and Maintenance Costs for Your Toys.
Tracking fuel burn rates and other maintenance work will help you find what is operating best in your engines

Dave LeGear
Nov 14, 20257 min read


Clay Bar use and tips!
I freely admit it, I can be a bit of a clean freak (blame it on Mom, whose house was clean enough for open heart surgery) and the Military.

Dave LeGear
Oct 13, 20258 min read


Another way to help secure your Trailer!
My receiver hitch lock fit well right where the Fulton swing tongue pin would normally sit.

Dave LeGear
Oct 5, 20252 min read


Installing a Trolling Motor on a Flats Skiff
Installing a Trolling Motor on a Flats Skiff.

Dave LeGear
Sep 4, 20257 min read


Marine Wiring Harness
I have looked over quite a few harnesses and seen both good and (let's just say questionable) Marine Wiring Harness and rigging by some builders.

Dave LeGear
Aug 7, 20258 min read


Flats Nation latest website design release
Flats Nation has established itself as a preferred online destination that celebrates the art and lifestyle of Flats and Inshore fishing.

Dave LeGear
Jul 21, 20254 min read


Welcome Aboard Ruckus Marine and introducing the Console Caddy!
We are happy to unveil the latest addition to the incredible Ruckus Marine lineup: the brand-new Ruckus Marine Console Caddy!

Dave LeGear
Jul 16, 20254 min read


How to help reduce water spots!
How to help reduce water spots!

Dave LeGear
Apr 27, 20254 min read


Maximum utilization of minimal space!
Space on a Skiff can be at a real premium!

Dave LeGear
Apr 26, 20253 min read


Boat buyers checklist
we updated a buyers checklist that we posted on another site long ago and made it more current.

Dave LeGear
Jan 29, 20252 min read


Just what is Octane and how much do I need?
Octane rating measures a fuel's anti-knock properties, indicating its resistance to engine knocking.

Dave LeGear
Dec 16, 20248 min read


SIMRAD NSS Evo3 - Carry and Storage Case Idea
For those that do not have your SIMRAD or other brand of Marine Electronics permanently mounted

Dave LeGear
Oct 29, 20242 min read


Whole Lotta Shakin’ Goin’ On! Tire Balance Tips.
Unbalanced tires cause vibration, uneven tread wear, and steering issues, compromising safety and handling.

Dave LeGear
Sep 10, 20246 min read


Shurhold One Bucket System
Shurhold One Bucket System

Dave LeGear
Aug 24, 20242 min read
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