We are giving, here below, the information that you have to take into account in selecting the Hydraulic Steering System for your boat. A detailed description of the formulae that you need to use to come out with the right hydraulic steering system selection.    WHAT IS NOT IMPORTANT FOR THE SELECTION The engine power The length of the boat WHAT IS IMPORTANT FOR THE SELECTION The maximum speed of the boat The surface area of the rudder The max... [read more]

In order to select the right windlass for your boat, you need to answer three questions: (i)  Follow a guidance from a known Windlass Manufacturer for choosing the suitable Windlass according to the length of your boat. (ii) Choose the suitable windlass, by calculating its pulling power: usually as a rule of thumb, you use the following formula:     (total weight of chain + weight of anchor) x 4 < maximum pull of the windlass        (iii) How long is the anchor rope... [read more]

This section shows what type and size of Buoys and Fenders you should choose to use onboard your boat, according to the length of your boat i.e the main determinant of the suitable buoy or fender for your boat is the length of your boat. The Guide, herebelow, explains clearly this selection on the Scanmarine Fenders and Buoys.    -10'       G2  11&... [read more]

This section is a useful guide on what type and size(weight) of anchor, chain length and rope length you should you use for your boat and it all depends on your boat's length. The Guide, herebelow, explains clearly this selection.   BOAT LENGTH DELTA C.Q.R   CHAIN LENGTH ROPE LENGTH  -10'     ... [read more]

This section shows what type and size of Buoys and Fenders you should choose to use onboard your boat, according to the length of your boat i.e the main determinant of the suitable buoy or fender for your boat is the length of your boat. The Guide, herebelow, explains clearly this selection on the Polyform Fenders and Buoys.    -10' AB0 F01 G2  11'-16' AB0 ... [read more]

For maximum safety we recommend that only the lower swivel(underwater) is used for mooring of the boat. The size of the buoy depends on the weight it is required to carry. The dimension of the mooring iron bar and swivel should be chosen in accordance with the size and weight of the boat, weather conditions, the currents and wave height in the area the mooring is intended to be placed. ... [read more]

This section covers the basic operation and maintenance procedure of the VETUS Hydraulic Remote Controls in a very practical and concise way. A system of VETUS Hydraulic Remote Controls - for two engines- looks as follows:   GENERAL MAINTENANCE RULES Maintaining the Pressure at 5.6 BAR The level of fluid should be at ¾ of the Pressurised Expansion Tank Always use VETUS HYDRAULIC FLUID FOR REMOTE CONTROLS and not other fluids. NOTE: If the rules above are followed stringently, then there is no need to ventilate the Remote Controls VE... [read more]