When picking out a marine racing engine, boat owners will need to make one very important decision: Gas or diesel? Both are options when it comes to boats, and there are pros and cons to using both of them. However, there have been differing opinions on which one is better for a marine setting in… Read more »
If you’ve ever owned a car, it’s quite that you’ve likely experienced issues with its transmission at least once or twice. While the topic of transmission maintenance may be common for any car or truck owner, it is less talked about when it comes to boats. Of course, marine vehicles have transmissions as well, but… Read more »
Your boat is probably already very fast, but do you wish that it could be even faster? Fortunately, there are some steps you can take to improve your boat speed and travel further in a shorter amount of time. Whether you race your boat or just enjoy taking it out on the open water to… Read more »
Avid speedboat racers love the thrill and excitement that comes with the sport. Flying through the water at high speeds with the wind at your back; speedboat racing is not for the faint of heart. Safety is the key to performing in this sport, which means racers have more responsibility out on the water. Racers… Read more »
When you’re out on a boat and you get to the top speed, it feels like you’re flying. In reality, you may not be going as fast as you think. You may be surprised to see the top speeds of different boats. Well, here are some averages of common boats out on the water. Sailboat… Read more »
You may have heard of this race, but you also may not have heard of it. In Australia, there is a boat race called Extreme Dinghy Race. It started in 1981, and today, it has grown very popular in Australia. The extreme aspect to the race is that these small boats can get up to 50… Read more »
High performance vehicles of all kinds are the daily rage here at SCS Gearbox Inc. We’ve talked a lot here on our blog about monster trucks and other land vehicles for which we offer a variety of custom machining products. We’d like to take some time, however, to remind our readers about our high performance… Read more »
O wning a boat is quite a thrill and a check mark off of many bucket lists. But just like owning a car, a boat needs to have routine maintenance performed to ensure it is always running properly. Powerboats are on the rise in popularity these days. Not only is keeping the boat clean important,… Read more »
If you are lucky enough to have a boat, you know the fun and relaxation you can have while skimming the waters. But are you aware of exactly how everything works on your boat? Here is a little information that you might find interesting and helpful. The Pitometer The speedometer on a boat is called… Read more »
Boat racing is an extremely popular sporting event that attracts millions of people. Testing a boat’s agility and speed as well as showcasing the driver’s skill encompass the thrills of why boat owners partake in such sport. In order to be part of an official boat race, you have to complete various steps. These steps… Read more »
