Thursday, January 08, 2009

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Getting Your Used Jet Ski Ready for Sale

By Low Jeremy


Whether you want your used jet ski to be auctioned on Ebay or special jet ski selling sites, be listed on the yellow pages or newspapers, or be posted somewhere else, there is one common thing you should do: get it ready for the next owner.

Since selling a used jet ski is like selling a used car, knowing how to make your jet ski look flashy on the outside and perform superbly on waters is your task. So to better give you the idea on how to get your used jet ski ready for sale, here are the things you can do:

� Remove all the dents and scratches

There are a number of commercially available compounds that will effectively remove all the impurities of the exterior of your jet ski. These can be purchased on hardware store or over the internet. A couple of bucks to spend on these items will certainly increase the value of your used jet ski at the same time, would attract more potential buyers. The idea is this: buyers would want to buy used jet ski that looks brand new. So give them what they want.

� Remove rusts and any sign of corrosion

After solving the exterior, move on the more delicate and major problem to solve: you must now clear your jet ski from rusts and any sign of corrosion. Again, there are several commercially available rust removal compounds that can be purchased on hardware stores and the internet. It should be noted that most jet skis are made from rustproof material but just a preventive measure, make sure you check and remove all these.

� Research on the actual price of your jet ski

There are sites that provide information on the actual market value of your jet ski. But if you cannot find one, you can check out the site that sell used jet ski. You can base your price from them.

� Have the papers ready.

If you happen to have some receipts for your purchase of you jet ski still kept, you can use them and present to them to the buyer. In this way, your buyer will get informed in the different modifications, repairs, and replacements made on the jet ski.

Finally, you should remember that keeping your jet ski in its perfect shape from day one would lessen the trouble of having it fixed during when the time comes when you have to sell it.

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Today, the most common sailboat is the sloop which features one mast and two sails, a normal mainsail and a foresail. This simple configuration is very efficient for sailing towards the wind. The mainsail is attached to the mast and the boom, which is a spar capable of swinging across the boat, depending on the direction of the wind. Depending on the size and design of the foresail it can be called a jib, genoa, or spinnaker; it is possible but not common for a sloop to carry two foresails from the one forestay at one time (wing on wing). The forestay is a line or cable running from near the top of the mast to a point near the bow. In Bermuda, where a rig design influenced by the Lateen rig appeared on boats and came to be known as the Bermuda rig, a large spinnaker was carried on a spinnaker boom when running down-wind. An example of a typical sloop can be seen on the Islander 36.
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In a jetboat, the waterjet draws water from beneath the hull where it passes through a series of impellers and stators - known as stages - which increase the velocity of the waterflow. Most modern jets are single stage while older waterjets may have as many as three stages. The tail section of the waterjet unit extends out through the transom of the hull above the waterline. This jetstream exits the unit through a small nozzle at high velocity to push the boat forward. Steering is accomplished by moving this nozzle to either side, or less commonly, by small gates on either side that direct the jetstream. Because the jet boat relies on the flow of water through the nozzle for control, it is not possible to steer a conventional jet boat without the throttle open.
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There is no engineering limit to the size of jet boats, though the validity of their use depends a lot on the type of application. Classic prop-drives are generally more efficient and economical at low speeds (up to about 20 knots) but as boat speed increases beyond this the extra hull resistance generated by struts, rudders, shafts etc means waterjets are more efficient in the 20-50 knot range. Also, in situations where you need very large propellers turning at slow speeds (such as tug boats) the equivalent size waterjet would be simply too big to be practical. For these reasons the vast majority of waterjet units are installed in high speed vessels and in particular situations where shallow draught, manoeuvrability and load flexibility are main concerns.
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2007/2008 Clipper Round the World Yacht Race

Fri, 16 Nov 2007 18:26:52 +0200
"Durban 2010 and Beyond" Wins 1st Leg - Durban 2010 and Beyond has won the second race of the Clipper 07-08 Round the World Yacht Race from La Rochelle to Salvador da Bahia. Crossing the finish line at 15:45 UTC the South African team have gained the maximum 10 points by winning the first ocean crossing and the result has moved them to the top of the overall leader board from their fifth place position at the end of Race 1.

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Retail woes bring cheer to liquidators

Sun, 04 Jan 2009 22:56:58 GMT

These are sunny days for the merchants of doom. Retailers across the nation may be going bankrupt, closing stores and watching unsold goods pile up, but that spells unprecedented buying -- and selling -- ...



Brunswick Announces Amendment to Revolving Credit Facility

Fri, 19 Dec 2008 22:32:20 GMT

Brunswick Corporation announced today that it and a group of financial institutions have completed amending the company's revolving credit facility.




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Monday, January 05, 2009

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In June 1998 the European Union (EU) initiated a Recreational Craft Directive (RCD) which introduced minimum standards that new boats built within the EU or imported into it have to meet. This directive applies to all pleasure boats with a hull length of more than 2.50 metres but less than 24.00 metres, and it divides the boats into four categories of sea going suitability. This can only be used as a guide as they give minimum standards only. Note that January 2005 saw an amendment to this directive come into effect. For more detailed information about this directive please go to www.dti.gov.uk/strd/recreat.html.
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All the woodwork on the boat should be varnished every year to keep it looking smart, though check with the specification of the varnish to see whether it needs to be carried more or less regularly. Brasswork and Chromework should also be kept polished, not only to keep it looking good but also to stop deterioration.
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Navigation software - what is good for use on a sailing yacht?

Mon, 13 Aug 2007 19:45:17 +0200
Hi, just a quick question - I've been looking for navigation software and found there is lots of it for sailing yachts. I came across a program called Software on Board that runs C Maps. So, I was just wondering if anyone has this and can tell me what it's like. Can anyone tell me what type of GPS antenna would be best (an internal or an external)? My boat is aluminium and I'm not sure how the signal would go through aluminium, and, is the accuracy of these units as good as each other?

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New Year, New Boats at Boat Shows

Even with the economy in the dumps, boat show attendance still remains strong. Why? One of the main reasons I think boaters are still attending shows is because...

Big Ketch From Venezuela/Grenada Northwards, share expenses, no experience required, start November.

Fri, 16 Nov 2007 16:08:03 +0200
We have an empty private cabin and are looking for an agreeable person or couple to help us sail back north, up the Windward Islands as far as Florida. You could join us now in Venezuela or later in Grenada. We want you to chip in on your groceries, about $50 US per week, and of course pay your own travel etcetera.

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Cruising Fiji - Up To Date Information.

Fri, 21 Dec 2007 14:41:58 +0200
Some very important information has been updated TODAY on the Cruising & Sailing Wiki's Fiji page. Cruisers planning to visit Fiji should read this.

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Gifts to Delight the Boater in Your Life

If you aren't sure what to give the boater in your life, try giving the gift of knowledge. Boating books and magazines make the perfect gifts because they are...

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Sunday, January 04, 2009

The Boating Review

Boating Article Of The Month

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By Peter Emerson


If you are one of those people, who cannot imagine life without adventure and adventure without the water then possessing a boat becomes almost imperative for you. Going for long boat rides alone or with your loved ones into unknown territories can only get your adrenaline racing.

To make the entire tryst a memorable experience, you must have a boat that is not only extremely sturdy but one, which looks into all your needs. If it is speed you are looking for then you might not mind compromising on the comfort factor; if it is comfort that is primary on your list of priorities then you might not give a hoot to speed. You might be one of those who believe in only those experiences, which are wholesome and satisfying; in that case, you might not want to sacrifice on either of the two, speed or comfort.

When it comes to choosing the right kind of boat, you might find the entire a wee bit confusing, that is, if you are not already a connoisseur of boats. There is a huge variety of boats available in the market. Different boat manufacturers specialize in different kinds of boats. You have an option to choose from powerboats, jet boats, airboats, catamarans, dinghies, rigid inflatable boats, houseboats, inboard boats, kayaks, canoes, outboards, personal watercrafts, other watercrafts, sailboat, super yacht, trailers, underwater crafts and used boats.

The manufacturers of most of these different kinds of boats provide potential customers with a lot of information regarding the kind of requirements a particular boat will serve, its price range and other inclusive amenities. The manufacturers also make it a point to guide you through the entire procedure of choosing the right kind of boat and help you get the best deal on easy installments. In most of the cases, you will not even have to visit the store in person. All the information will be provided to you on the manufacturer's website itself.

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Speedboats or powerboats are normally streamlined boats with very powerful engines in them. They range in size from the small Zapcats which were originally designed from surf rescue crafts in South Africa, and although they are only powered by a 50 horsepower engine they can go very fast reaching speeds of 50mph, as they are very light. They are relatively inexpensive and because they are inflatable they can be set up and packed away easily. Seadoo Sportsters are another attractively priced option at around �20000
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Bowman 45 yacht- An outstanding long distance cruising yacht boasting many of the highly praised interior features of her bigger sister the Bowman 48. Offering genuine luxury accommodation, the Bowman 45 has been developed to explore the oceans of the world in safety and comfort while giving her owner complete confidence in her ability to handle any conditions she may encounter. As with all Bowman yachts, the interior of the 45 can be tailored to an owner's specification which provides each and every Bowman with that special custom-built character. An array of opening ports and hatches provide plenty of fresh air and daylight. Forward facing windows in the main saloon add a welcome brightness to the living area.
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Jacare Yacht Village, Cabedelo (Brazil) - new facility for cruisers.

Thu, 24 May 2007 14:15:03 +0200
Sailing the Coast of Brazil? New East Coast Yachting Centre Announced Phillipe Fessard an experienced French sailor, has opened a new yachting centre at Praia do Jacaré, on the Rio Paraiba behind the port of Cabedelo, close to Joao Pessoa, (World Port Index No. 12710, 6 58’S., 34 50’W.). The buoyed channel to Cabedelo is well marked for either day or night entry, with a least depth of more than 8 meters. It is located on the trade wind trans-ocean, trans-equatorial route from Europe and Africa.

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Boating Safety and Submerged Objects

In the news recently, I have noticed an increase in reports of boating accidents and fatalities as a result of boats striking submerged objects. Some waterways are more prone...

Cruising And Sailing Wiki, A community project, all sailors encouraged to contribute.

Sat, 20 Oct 2007 20:10:15 +0200
Has anyone noticed the very quiet birth of the CruiserLog Cruising and Sailing Wiki? This Cruising and Sailing Wiki will develop into an extremely useful resource for all cruisers around the world - be built by all cruisers around the world who are always so willing to share their knowledge and information.

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