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Power Steering issue 
Twin 120 I/O’s in my 1984 Skipperliner 42’ houseboat. Pulls to left at any speed above idle. Ran engines individually with the same results so I believe …
Plumbing
Does your washing machine water go to a holding tank or off the side of the boat
Great Loop
I am considering doing the great loop in a 44' Kingscraft. Does anyone have any actual experience with such a trip. Most of the information I've read …
Houseboat for sale in Key West with leasehold slip rights
Waterfront PARADISE LUXURY LIVING in Key West that doesn't cost millions! A boat slip in the coveted Garrison Bight Marina with an approx 1,800 sq feet …
Sundance houseboat
Hello fellow houseboat lovers
I just purchase a 1984 Sundance houseboat. The house had only two owners and in great shape, I’m attempting to find …
WINDOW TREATMENT
WHAT TYPE OF WINDOW TREATMENT IS BEST FOR HOUSEBOATS ON A LAKE?
Fun Country Houseboats?
These seem much more inexpensive as opposed to other houseboat mfgs., however I dont see many of them on the water? Is anyone experienced with these? If …
Can I add a hot tub to the top deck?
I'm looking at a 1999 Sumerset houseboat 18' X 96'. How do I know if I can put a hot tub on the top deck and if so, what size and where to put it?
Thanks! …
Accessible houseboats - where can they be purchased?
Looking to lease, rent, or buy an accessible houseboat. I am paralyzed and want to enjoy a houseboat or live on one. Where do I look?
our Houseboat 4 Heroes project
We are a non-profit, Veteran owned and Veteran operated team rebuilding this old River Queen to be able to take Veterans, Firefighters, LEO's and their …
2001 Sumerset Colorado
How can we remove the spa from the top of our houseboat? It is hardwired and we would like to remove it and open up the space on top of the boat.
Exterior Wall Repair,Repaint
My mother recently purchased a houseboat that has peeling and cracking on the exterior. We assume it’s a fibreglass siding but don’t know how to tell and …
test
test - does this forum require no registration?
Fiberglass gel coated panels
Hello all, new to this forum. Does anyone know where to buy the Privacy panels that are mounted to the side rails on top of a stardust houseboat? It looks …
1967 Sundancer V Hull
I have this boat..... The title says 1967 Sundancer, it's a 40' V Hull fiberglass houseboat. I've taken it from the marina "Junker" to a swanky playhouse …
Flooring
I want to replace the carpet in my 47' HarborMaster and need to know what is the best option when it is NOT under a temperature control and could get to …
2004 Volvo KAD43-P Sterndrive for sale
2004 KAD43-P Sterndrive for sale,Ready to bolt up to your DP-E Sterndrive. This is a late model KAD43-P before it moved to the computer controlled KAD44. …
Catamaran aqua cruiser
I have a 1995 catamaran aqua cruiser 14x48. It has 80 gallon black water holding tank that is located in one of the fiberglass pontoon. I have owned this …
SplendorCraft fuse box
I just purchased a 1979 35', and I have looked all over for the 12 volt fuse box...my bilge pump is out..think its the fuse...anyone know where it is?
toilet smell outdoors on 2007 sommerset when flushed
we have a 2007 sommerset 80 ft houseboat in minnesota. when we flush the toilet the smell outside is disgusting. we have cleaned the tanks, added chemicals …
Problems in the architecture of Houseboats
Hello. First of all, I am a student from brazil.
I have to find problems and solutions for them in the architecture of houseboats as a school project …
Why Don't You Answer Me?
I tried to buy an anchor from you and you cancelled the order but took my money (via Paypal). What's up with that? I have emailed you a half dozen times …
I need questions answered about 1998 catamaran Aqua Cruiser 12 x 38
Where is the gray water tank located and doesn't the sink water and shower water go automatically out of the boat or does it go into the gray water tank …
Pontoon house boat and rough waters!
I live on lake ontario and am interested in buying a houseboat and becoming a liveaboard the one we found was a 40 foot pontoon house boat and we found …
How to determine the fair value of 2007 Horizon 66 Houseboat?
I need help finding a source on-line that shows how much previous buyers paid for the 2007 Horizon 66 houseboat. I can't find any information when I search …
76 Yukon Delta
I just bought one of these that is a bit of a project. Is there a specific forum for this brand. I'm looking for some things that might be missing from …
1975 nautaline 43 ft. where is the bow pump ? i have found the pump for the shower but cant find bow pump. the one on main control panel . PLEASE HELP
where is the bow pump ? i have found the pump for the shower but cant find bow pump. the one on main control panel . PLEASE HELP
, Catamaran Cruiser Steering
Like my 35x10 Cat Cruiser SE, no help from manufacturer, due to new owners,
My steering is stiff, does anyone have knowledge of where/how to oil/lub the …
Starlite Houseboats
Looking at a 2004 starlite houseboat. Does anybody have info. on this brand. Not a lot out on the internet. I wonder why?
Luxury 88' x 38' Houseboat on HDPE pontoons
I am an expatriate Australian semi retired in Malaysia with very little boating experience. The cost of living in Malaysia is low, the weather is always …
HB Insulation
I am a beginner and looking to purchase a houseboat. My hope is to buy one that I am happy with and can keep for a while. I don't understand why some boats …
Motorcycle on Houseboat?
We are a few years away, but have given serious thought to living aboard a houseboat in Florida, or somewhere south. HOWEVER ... my husband has always …
Question: covering the marine plywood thoughts
I am building a houseboat and trying to understand the concerns with covering marine plywood with something like a rolled vinyl. The product is cheap …
Deck - painting
I am getting ready to paint my deck. What type of paint is best for steel houseboats? Would you use metal paint or would rhino liner be better? Any other …
Steel Hull and Cement question?????
My floating home is beginning to leak to much! I have a custom '79 steel hull 2 story floating house (The Whimsy). She was originally a flat open work …
1975 gibson 42 hull
I am interested in a older Gibson with no windows or motors how much would I expect to pay for something like this for a project boat
Too tall to move...
How much should it cost to remove the top flight deck fiberglass of my house boat and put it back on after moving. It is 5 feet to talk to transport …
Deck boat to houseboat?
Spied a 26' Bayliner Rendezvous deck boat and I'm toying with the idea of buying it and taking everything off/out from the deck up, keeping the sides of …
Macerate - Gibson 2001 50 ft Classic
Just purchased our first Houseboat. Owned SeaRay cruisers up to this point, 42 was the our last. Question I have is do Houseboats, specifically this …
Water pressure
We just bought a 1978 Gibson 36' Houseboat. We're not sure why, but the water pressure in not lasting once we turn off the shore water from the birth. …
1996 Gibson Sport 42 with jet drive
Hi. Does anyone have any information on the motor and jet drive Gibson used in 20 boats built in 1996. I cannot find a thing on the net. Thanks.
Something really, really different.
I would like the opinion of those knowledgeable in boat design and operation in my very different boat idea.
I would like a week-ender live aboard but …
Average top speed for single engine Gibson 37 with Penta 570
I'm looking at a 1992 37' Gibson Sport Series with a single Volvo Penta 570 gas engine. I haven't had a chance to look at the props yet. I was wondering …
1972 Stardust Cruiser
Where is the black water holding tank located on this boat, unable to locate?
Can anyone Identify this houseboat manufacturer?
Can anyone identify this houseboat manufacturer? Can anyone find a picture of one like it as I have been scouring the web.
It could be a Gibson, a Chris …
Mercury Mercruiser Outdrive Sterndrive Identification on a houseboat
We are trying to identify the Mercury or Mercruiser sterndrive that is on the houseboat. The boat is a 1970 or so Gibson 36 with a Mercruiser 225HP 302 …
69 Riverqueen owner..in need of how to paint the bottom and with what type of paint
Painted bottom of boat this year.and paint is peeling off bad.what did I do wrong?
I used rustolieum paint..over epoxy...
Use a travel lift on a houseboat with catwalks
When it comes to using a travel lift on a houseboat with catwalks, especially one with removable catwalks, what is the correct procedure?
I have a …
Newbies to houseboating emigrating to Canada
What a great forum guys, so helpful and friendly; But let me get straight to the point so here goes. My family and I are about to embark on a great adventure …
Source for houseboat ceiling panels?
Many houseboats were built with ceiling panels that measure 4' X 12' with a nailing slot every 16 inches. They were used by many manufacturers from the …
Water leaks in through the houseboat hull
After being on the houseboat I bought (a 1991 Lakeview) it looked pretty good. Of course being a Navy guy, I knew there was a lot to be found.
About …
Cleaning the inside houseboat hull, there's a stale foul water smell
Our houseboats air conditioning condenser pump failed. By the time we knew there was a problem there is quite a smell of stale water.
The water accumulated …
Houseboat trailer plans, or measurements.
I have just bought a 50' Sunseeker made by Three Buoys. I'm looking for plans if anybody has any, or pics for a trailer.
This boat has a full hull and …
Houseboat Buyers Beware: big issues and need help
Houseboat buyers beware, as I have big issues and need some help. I'm a first time houseboat owner (and last time). I bought a houseboat from a guy who …
Houseboat Fuel Consumption - gas prices and simple fuel economy tips
Soon will be buying a houseboat, but fuel consumption and gas prices are scaring me a little. What kind of fuel economy or MPG (miles per gallon) can I …
Houseboat Maintenance Tips for aluminum, wood, steel, and fiberglass hulls
When it comes to the pros and cons of the perfect houseboat hull material, the jury is still out. Now if you look at what materials have become popular, …
Houseboat Refrigerators - are dual LP Propane Gas electric fridges approved?
I'm looking into houseboat refrigerators, and are LP propane gas fridges approved for house boat use, or are they being banned or illegal?
I was just …
Sunk Houseboat Maintenance Report - don't flood and sink your house boat
When it comes to a houseboat maintenance report, you don't want to flood and sink your house boat, especially if you're not there. Here's an excellent …
Houseboat Engines - the pros cons of replace swap gas motors for diesels?
My dilemma is whether to swap my gas motors in my houseboat for some fuel efficient diesel engines? My 57 ft Carrie Craft houseboat has a great running …
Houseboat Outboard Motors - remove replace diesel engines with outboards?
Looking at houseboats with outboard motors, should I remove or replace the diesel engines with twin outboards.
I'm glad I found this site, it was very …
Houseboat Damage - any repellents to protect of Mice, Rats, Mouse, Rodents
When it comes to houseboat damage protection, is there any repellents to protect from mice, rats, mouse, or rodents on boats?
I was curious if anyone …
Identify an Old Houseboat - is there identification numbers on older house boats?
Looking at an older houseboat, and I can't find any identification numbers to help me identify the manufacturer or builder.
I recently saw a derelict …
Houseboat Chemicals - paint removal from fiberglass surfaces on house boats
When it comes to houseboat chemicals for paint removal from fiberglass, what can I try? I tried to remove an old painted name on the side of my fiberglass …
Any Florida Keys houseboats for sale, or for rent?
Wondering if there's any Florida Keys houseboat for sale, or for rent, as we're tired of spending winters in the cold. We would be interested in buying …
Houseboat Navigation Charts - use iPhone GPS software on house boats
When it comes your houseboat and navigation charts, you can now use the iPhone GPS with marine software to chart and plot your trips on your house boats. …
Houseboat Traffic - responsible for swamping waves, and dangerous driving maneuvers?
The houseboat traffic on the Rideau Canal is plentiful, and sometimes there's swamping waves from dangerous driving maneuvers from speeding nearby boaters. …
Houseboat Props - 3 or 4 blade propellers better for control, docking, handling on house boats?
When it comes to houseboat props, is a 3 blade or 4 blade propellers better for control, docking, and handling in windy conditions?
We have a new 55 …
Houseboat Sunsets - Sunset from Murray River house boats
When it comes to houseboat sunsets, I thought I'd share a sunset from the Murray River. I saw a sunset photo, so I thought I would post on from the Murray …
First Year Houseboating - the 1st year stories after buying a houseboat
After our first year of houseboating, here's our stories and experiences about the 1st year after buying our houseboat. We are first year houseboaters …
Houseboat Fuel Problems - ethanol gas, water condensation, and gummy carburetors
We're trying to troubleshoot houseboat fuel problems, and there's water condensation, ethanol gas, and gummy carburetors that are causing an ongoing persistent …
A real houseboat story - can house boats bring peace and enjoyment?
Can house boats really bring peace and enjoyment, well here's our real houseboat story of how we "finally found it". We've been married 32 years and have …
The growth of All about Houseboats, SBI Review and Media Success of
www.all-about-houseboats.com
Here is a SBI review, and a quick glance at the growth and media success of www.all-about-houseboats.com since its start in the competitive online world. …
Houseboat Weekends - any tips for mini holidays on house boats?
When it comes to spending long weekends on a houseboat, what are your tips to spend quality time on your house boats? Do you prepare everything during …
Discover Houseboats - participate in a $10,000 contest at Discover Boating
As part of our Discover Houseboating series, there's a contest at Discover Boating, and it's available for houseboats too!
You have a chance to win …
Cheap Project Houseboats - any deals on salvage, repos, insurance claims, fire damage, or house boat auctions?
Looking at cheap project style houseboats, and like to find any deals on salvage house boats, fire damage, auctions, bank repossessed, or insurance loss …
Unwanted Houseboat Guests - bird poo, animal dung, duck feces, fish banging.
Does anyone have any unwanted houseboat guests like birds, animals, ducks, or noisy fish around their house boats? I know that bird poop, animal dung, …
Houseboat hydraulics - any help in identifying older hydraulic pumps?
We need help to identify and to rebuild a hydraulic pump from a 1967 Jeffboat houseboat with a wide block Chrysler marine 318.
The pumps hydraulics …
Florida Houseboats - 1st time buyer, financing and loans for house boats
I'm thinking about buying a houseboat in Florida, and am wondering about financing or loans for house boats?
This site is great, and I have learned …
Houseboat Dog Potty - disposable portable training pads for dogs.
Looking at a houseboat dog potty, and wonder about disposable or portable training pads for dogs on house boats? I was curious if any of the fellow readers …
Houseboat Electrical Charging System - diagnose, troubleshooting problems?
The houseboat electrical charging system is not working properly, and i would like to diagnose, or try and troubleshoot the problem?
I am looking for …
Houseboat Flooring Choices - are laminate floors a good DIY idea?
So many houseboat flooring choices, but are laminate floors a good idea in house boats? My wife and I bought our first houseboat last season, and we put …
Houseboat Steering and Shift Levers - hard to steer, forward and reverse
A problem with the houseboat steering, shift levers, and hard to steer. The forward and reverse sometimes shifts the motor opposite.
We are newbies, …
Leaky Houseboat Windows - how to fix or repair 1 leaking window out of 15.
I have leaky houseboat windows, and how to repair or fix 1 leaking window out of the whole gang. I have a 1991 Patio Cruiser houseboat and have a constant …
Vacation Houseboat Cottages - use house boats as waterfront property?
We're looking at vacation houseboat cottages, and wonder can we use house boats as a waterfront property?
I currently have a 24ft sea ray weekender …
Houseboat Roof Construction - repair it with wood stud, or galvanized studs?
I'm wondering about houseboat roof construction, and am looking to repair it with wood stud, or galvanized studs?
The reason I ask, I have a 1982 kayot …
How to Discover Houseboating - with the Boating 101 Beginner's Guide
How did you discover houseboating, with the Boating 101 beginners guide, is a question that gets asked all the time.
When it comes to boating, everybody …
Houseboat Roof Repairs - Any roofers, or any roofing company available?
I need some houseboat roof repairs done, and looking for any roofers, or any roofing company available that does this?
I have a 1993 Jamestowner houseboat …
Houseboat Sinking - our Floating Home has sprung a leak --HELP
Our Houseboats Sinking, or I should say, our Floating Home has sprung a leak, and we need HELP.
We own a 66ft houseboat, floating house style, north …
Houseboat Anchoring - Where are the center bow cleats to tie off an Anchor?
When it comes to houseboat anchoring, where are the center bow cleats to tie off an anchor, or to a mooring buoy?
How do you set up a 44 ft Gibson houseboat …
A Woman's First Houseboat Purchase - it's Cozy, Homey, and now Odor Free!
When I first purchased my houseboat, my first house boat at that, it had a mold, mildew, or musky odor, and I found a simple trick to get rid of it all. …
The Family Houseboat Economy - any Budget and Money Saving Tips?
Let's look at the family houseboat economy, and see if there's any expense, budget, or money saving tips that can help families this boating season.
…
Houseboat Electric Windlass Anchors - Horizontal or Vertical Installations?
When it comes to houseboat electric windlass anchors, any tips on whether horizontal or vertical installations are the easiest?
The reason I ask, has …
Houseboat Windows - Repairing or Replacing Windows, and Seals?
When it comes to houseboat windows, how to go about repairing or replacing those leaky window seals?
Does anybody know were I can get new rubber seals …
Steel Hull Houseboats - How to Check for Serious Rust Issues before Buying?
How to check for serious rust issues on steel hulled houseboats, before going further in the buying process? We have found some nice looking well kept …
Houseboats and Hurricanes - Do they Move or Transport Boats to Safety?
When it comes to houseboats and hurricanes, do they move or transport a house boats to safety? Like what do they do, or what do you do, with a houseboat …
Is RV motor-home and houseboat living, a possible lifestyle choice?
People ask us if the RV motorhome, and houseboat living, are still a lifestyle choice that is possible and fun? And we reply by asking them, do the snowbirds …
Buying a Steel Houseboat - Inner Hull Repairs and Painting
I'm interested in buying a steel houseboat, and curious on inner hull repairs, and painting the interior rusted surfaces?
Looking to buy a 1976, 14x56, …
Buying Carri-Craft Houseboats - Any Tips or Issues before I buy a House Boat?
I am considering purchasing a Carri-Craft houseboat and would love to hear about any issues or experiences Carri Craft owners might have with these house …
Choosing a Battery Bank for a Houseboat Inverter System?
What's the best battery bank for an Inverter System on a houseboat? I'm getting ready to buy a 1992 Sumerset houseboat. It has a Heart Interface Freedom …
Newbie Houseboat Warning - Money Saving Tips on Buying House Boats!
When it comes to Newbie Houseboat Warnings, here's some money saving tips on buying house boats. This comes from 50+ years of boating experience, and is …
Houseboat Control Cables - How to Lubricate, or Save a Throttle Shift Cable
When it comes to houseboat control cables, tips on how to lubricate and save a throttle or shift cable can save you big money, and possibly all the work …
Any houseboat Dealers or Brokers take a powerboat Trade In for House Boats?
I'm looking for houseboat brokers or dealers, who can take a powerboat, for a Trade In on a house boat? I'm new to the forum and not very boat savvy. …
Tips on Charging Houseboat Batteries - How to keep the Battery Bank Charged
How do I keep the houseboat batteries charged, or is charging the battery bank a separate system?
I will have a 12 volt battery on my 22ft trailerable …
Green Power Hybrid Houseboats - Gas, diesel, electric conversions?
Houseboats could benefit from Green Hybrid Power for propulsion. Are there any gas, diesel, or electric conversions out there?
Has someone converted …
Houseboat Sinking Problems - Flooded, Frozen, and Sunken House Boat Hull
I have problems with a sunken flooded, and frozen houseboat hull. My hull is flooded and full of water that is frozen. I caught it just in time as the …
Maximum size motor or horsepower on a pontoon boat?
What's the maximum size of motor or horsepower that goes on a pontoon boat. I have an older pontoon boat and the capacity plate is missing.
Can anyone …
Houseboat Repairs, Fixing Fiberglass - Soft Decks on Gibson houseboats
Houseboat Repairs - Any tips on fixing fiberglass soft decks on older Gibson houseboats. I have soft lower decks on my 1986, 32 foot Gibson houseboat. …
Are Carri-Craft houseboats good for coastal navigation, island hopping?
Wondering if Carri-Craft houseboats are good for coastal navigation and short island hopping?
I am interested in buying a used Carri-Craft houseboat …
Fix Leaks and Leaking Houseboat Roofs - Do you rebuild, repair, or replace?
Find and fix houseboat roof leaks, and do I rebuild, repair, or replace the complete surface?
I just bought a 1972 Stardust houseboat that has a roof …
Houseboat Handling and Training - Experience it from behind the Helm
Like to experience some real houseboat handling and training from behind the helm of a large catamaran houseboat?
My wife and I have a 57 foot Carri …
Houseboats are my ultimate heaven - What do you love about your boat?
Houseboats are my ultimate heaven, what do you love about your house boat? First, let me begin by saying thank you for the opportunity to express myself …
How are Gibson houseboats in rough water, or saltwater?
How do Gibson houseboats fair in saltwater, and rough waters?
Does anybody know how the Gibson handles rough water use, and what kind of service life …
Can houseboats travel the lakes, rivers, and inland waterways?
Wondering if houseboats can travel the lakes, rivers, and inland waterways safely? Like to know if it is safe to travel the inland waterway on 50' houseboat? …
Used Holiday Mansion Houseboats - Any good deals out there?
Looking for used Holiday Mansion houseboats, and are there any good deals out there? We Love this site. My wife and I are trying to find a good worthy …
Houseboat Repairs and Installations - Propane Fridges, Leaky Windows
Questions on houseboat repairs and installations, especially propane fridges and leaky windows?
It's our first time on the forum, and we just purchased …
The First Million House Boats - 1,000,000 houseboat pages or hits.
The first million is the toughest, and we mean 1,000,000 houseboat pages or hits served, not house boats or dollars. You thought we meant the first million …
Houseboat Toilets - What's a good Head to use on House Boats?
When it comes to houseboat toilets, what is a good head to use onboard? We are purchasing a 2001, 50 foot houseboat and would like to get rid of the black …
Houseboat Books - Any Maintenance Repair Manuals for House Boats?
Any houseboat books or maintenance repair manuals for fixing house boats? I'm looking for a book on houseboat maintenance, or good repair manuals? I believe …
Doing the intracoastal waterway on a pontoon boat?
I am thinking about doing the intracoastal waterway on a 20 foot pontoon boat.
Hi my name is Don and I live in Florida, and with the following closure …
Prices of used houseboats - any Red or Blue Book Values
Prices of used houseboats - any Red or Blue Book Values available. I was trying to find a price, or get a red-blue book value on a 1970 Silver Queen Houseboat …
Great Loop - How much to cruise or travel on a houseboat?
A dream houseboat cruise - I would like to travel part of the Great Loop, and would like to know how much to calculate in houseboat expenses? I want to …
Questions about a Redneck Houseboat situation?
My question may sound like an unusual redneck houseboat situation? I am thinking of putting a houseboat onto a one acre pond on my property that I am half …
Mold and Mildew in Houseboats
Help, how can I keep the mold and mildew from growing inside my houseboat during winter storage?
It's stored outside and covered with a tap over a wood …
In the market to buy a used houseboat.
I'm in the market to buy a used houseboat within driving distance of London, Ontario, Canada.
Looking to buy @ a 45 foot used houseboat with 2 bedrooms, …
Aluminum houseboats in salt water
I am curious about using aluminum houseboats in salt water and fresh water?
Can aluminum houseboats handle the salt water, and how long will the it …
Any Houseboat Trailers For Rent?
Looking to rent a houseboat trailer, any ideas? Where would I rent a houseboat trailer to haul a 35ft houseboat? Ohio to Indiana 300 miles.
I found …
Winter Houseboat Storage - any tips on how to winterize your boat?
It's time for winter houseboat storage, and wondering how to winterize your boat? I don't want the cold weather to cause any damage to our houseboat.
…
Houseboats with twin gas fuel tanks and one engine, run on 1 or 2 tanks?
My houseboat has twin gas tanks, should I run on 1 or 2, both fuel gas tanks simultaneously?
I just bought a Nautaline houseboat, and it has one engine, …
Leaking Pontoon House Boats - How to Find and Repair a Leak?
Leaking pontoon house boats can be annoying, and wondering how to find and repair the leak?
Pulled my pontoon boat out today, heard a gurgling sound …
Kids and Houseboats - houseboat living with children?
I am contemplating moving onto and living on a houseboat, and wonder how kids or children handle the houseboat life?
I'm wondering because I have a …
Fuel odor in houseboats black water holding tank.
There's a strong fuel odor in our houseboats black water holding tank. After pumping out the black water tank and filling the houseboat with fuel, I had …
Houseboat Marine Survey - Condition & Repairs - Buy "As Is"
We just got a pre-purchase houseboat survey done, and there's repairs to do, and in poor condition. Should we buy the houseboat "as is"?
We are newbies …
Any Replacement Tinted Windows for Houseboats
Looking for replacement windows for a houseboat?
I want to replace my houseboat windows with double pane dark tinted windows.
I want to use the old …
Older Houseboats with Steel Hulls - Repair and Replacement Costs?
We have a question about older steel hull houseboats, when it comes to checking, maintenance, repairing, and or replacement costs?
How do you know when …
Any good houseboat timeshares available?
Can anyone recommend some good houseboat timeshares. Shared houseboat ownership sounds appealing, however we want to do some research before we purchase. …
How to repair houseboat pontoons that leak?
Can we repair a pontoon houseboat that leaks water into the round steel pontoons?
What I mean is, other than welding every little hole that leaks, can …
Houseboats and Electrical Storms - are lightning strikes safe on a house boat? 
My question is about houseboats and electrical storms, and wonder if we're safe on a house boat when lightening strikes while aboard or out on the lake? …
House Boat Surveys - are prices cost of marine houseboat surveyors worth it?
We're thinking about getting a house boat survey, and are the cost of marine houseboat surveyors inspections worth the price?
We are looking at a few …
Houseboat Outboard Engine - which motors, top speed, and gas mileage?
Considering houseboat outboard engines, and wonder which motors, top speed, and the gas mileage results we'll see if we change outboard motors?
We own …
Repair or Replace Steel Houseboat Hulls - Rust issues cause major replacing or repairing expenses.
How to repair or replace steel houseboat hulls, is often brought on by rust issues, and causes some major replacing or repairing expenses, that were never …
Houseboat Tips and Information - Marine Grounding Electrical System
Any houseboat tips or information for grounding marine electrical systems? When wiring houses, etc. we drive a copper rod into the ground for the grounding …
Installing new fresh water tanks in a houseboat
Installing new fresh water tanks in a houseboat can be an intimidating experience. This was definitely a scary moment. One of the two 58 gal water tanks …
How to Lift and Block Houseboats for Storage?
How to go about lifting and blocking a houseboat for winter storage? I just purchased a 1969 Nautaline houseboat, 34 foot, single Chrsyler 318.
I was …
Find a water leak on a houseboat?
I have a water leak in my Gibson houseboat that I can't seem to find?
Water collects in the front bow area where the bilge pump is. The leaking water …
Summer Houseboating - use the wind and breeze to keep cool on houseboats
When it comes to summer houseboating, I tend to use the wind and breeze to keep cool on our houseboat.
Luckily, I have my houseboat at a great marina, …
Exterior aluminum siding used on houseboats?
Where to find the exterior aluminum siding used on houseboats? I have a 1965 46ft Boatel houseboat that we have restored everything except the blue and …
Houseboat roof weight capacity?
Have a 1998 stardust 56x14, looking to add a hot tub on the roof. Have had jet skis up there before, curious about the weight limit.
Hide Away PWC Rails on houseboat Not rated yet
Does anyone have any information on PWC rails that can be flipped and hidden when not using. Winches can be removed, etc. We are purchasing a houseboat …
boat nanny remote unit Not rated yet
Looking to purchase boat nanny remote unit
1983 Hilburn Steel Hull Rust Issues Not rated yet
I am looking at a 1983 Hilburn houseboat that is re-done but in the hull along the keel there seems to be significant rust. I can pick up half-dollar …
Grey water discharge thru the bottom of a houseboat Not rated yet
Hello, my question is about the discharge of grey water, sinks, showers, condensate and dishwasher. On our houseboat all these are hard piped to a vertical …
River Queen ID Not rated yet
Can anyone help ID this boat by ID number. It is either "G473" or "6473"
Looks to be a 1964 38.
Thank You
water seeping from fiberglass keel Not rated yet
I have water seeping out of the keel on my 57ft 1978 carlcraft houseboat found a hair line crack in keel just under the front bulk head. does anybody …
1989 45' Aqua Cruiser decking question. Not rated yet
Can anyone tell me the thickness of the plywood decking on a 1989 45' Aqua Cruiser houseboat?
Destination Yachts Dual Water Heaters Not rated yet
We just purchased a 2015 Destination Yachts houseboat ad love it. It shows on the controls that there are 2 water heaters...one for fresh water and another …
Question, fluid holding tanks capacities Not rated yet
I just acquired a 71 kingscraft 44 houseboat What I am seeking is the capacities in gallons for the fresh water holding tank, the grey water tank and the …
Custom Houseboats built in Virginia Not rated yet
I am new to this forum. Just gauging interest and advice. The company that I work for is acquiring Carolina Houseboats and will begin manufacturing these …
1/4 inch steel pontoons worthy or not? Not rated yet
I recently discovered a houseboat frame with folding porches and 42 inch x 36 feet 1/4 inch steel pontoons.It is very well made and very heavy it will …
Sea Houseboat Not rated yet
I was wondering if this houseboat would be able to travel through sea. Thanks for reading.
https://houseboats.apolloduck.com/boat/de-groot-42-for-sale/719055 …
Holiday Royale Manufacturer Not rated yet
Does anyone know who was the manufacturer of the houseboat titled Holiday Royale? There’s one at my marina for sale but the seller has no info on manufacture …
Water tank 1979 Kayot Not rated yet
Moved boat to a dock with water... but, I am not sure where the tank is actually. Very hard to find info on a boat a boat this old. :)
hydrolic steering maintenance Not rated yet
is anyone knowledgable about how to bleed the teleflex steering on a 1978 Gibson std houseboat(steering on both helm and flybridege)
Houseboat with steel frame Not rated yet
I'm trying to build a catamaran using plywood pontoon based on glen-l's super huck and build a houseboat using steel framing for the superstructure. It …
Twin 120 I/O’s power steering issue Not rated yet
My 1984 42’ Skipperliner with twin 120 I/O’s at any rpm above idle pulls left. Takes excessive effort to bring back to the right. I have run each engine …
89 Gibson Not rated yet
Fuel pump not pumping fuel unless I blow into the vent hose, back to tank, and I hold thumb over hose. Move thumb, pump stops pulling fuel. Ideas? Vents …
New house boat owner needs information Not rated yet
I just recently purchased a 1990 47 ft harbor Master. It had been sitting for about 10 years in a slip at someone's house. It was completely winterized …
HVAC sucks in minnows Not rated yet
My fresh water intake for HVAC unit sucks in minnows clogging the strainer and shutting down unit.
How can I stop this
Identify My House Boat Not rated yet
I have a 1966 River Queen by River Cruise Inc in Muscle Shoals AL. I’m trying to get information on the company and the boat. All I have is a Data Plate …
Used Houseboat financing Not rated yet
Does anyone have info on a good lender to finance a houseboat renovation. My wife and I have a 2006 70ft houseboat that we have gutted and are planning …
What type of Fluid goes inside Steel Pontoons? Not rated yet
I am refurbishing a 1979 Masterfab. I have been told to use "water soluble" oil inside the pontoons, but can not get a clear answer if it needs to be …
Closed cooling system Not rated yet
I just bought a 1986 Hilbourn with 2 Mercruisers. How can I tell if it has a closed cooling system?
Breaker Panel Not rated yet
Any idea where a breaker panel would be on a 1979 Kayot?
Town House Not rated yet
Can you put a town house on pontoons and 4 big poles on each corner ,there in the ground concrete .All flood town should look at this. Thank mate.
Holiday mansion houseboat for sale Not rated yet
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1379340869259433/
Documentation Not rated yet
Good afternoon. I want to buy a houseboat made by FANTASY YACHTS. Year of construction 2009. For registration in Russia, I need documentation on the vessel. …
THE GREAT LOOP Not rated yet
What is the best model of Holiday Mansion houseboat to use on the Loop and why?
Fresh water hook up. Myacht Not rated yet
My myacht fresh water holding was disconnected and I want to replumb it. Don’t know where to connect it to. Need pics of connection to the tanks.
Houseboat doors Not rated yet
Help!
We are looking for a new or used aluminum (or wood) sliding door to fit a 65" high x a min/max wide-opening 30/60 with entering sliding tracks. …
ISO: HOUSEBOAT RENTAL IN MAINE SUMMER 2022 Not rated yet
Hello! I am moving to Maine and am looking to rent a houseboat for 3+months starting at the end of May or beginning of June 2022. Any ideas?
Drop ceiling repair Not rated yet
Hi, I had a leak in the roof and I have some damaged ceiling panels, wondering how to replace them
Breaker Box Not rated yet
Does anyone know where I can get a breaker box for a 1996 Twin Anchors houseboat?
Houseboat History Not rated yet
Would there be any interest in the history of houseboating? My dad, James Cron and longtime friend Frank Koplin started building Drifters and Stardust …
Desire to rent a houseboat 1 year before purchase Not rated yet
I live near Lake Travis and would like to rent and live-aboard for a year before purchase.
I have not been able to find any accommodations like this. …
houseboat heating Not rated yet
Hi,
I just bought a houseboat (concrete bottom) that has central heating system on gas. However, the houseboat is now in a place that doesn't have a …
Plumbing a black water holding tank Not rated yet
I have a 1999 sharp Houseboat that has two heads. It appears that the holding tanks for the black water were never used for black water. Instead they were …
Vac-u-flush to MSD 1 Not rated yet
Currently have a Vac-u-flush system that I can not change the Y-valve position. Looking for a source for an Electro Scan, or Purasan Ex to repace current …
Info needed - 1992 66ft Riverchase Cruiser Not rated yet
I am just starting to think about buying a houseboat. I found this one for sale, but have not been able to find any real information on the manufacturer …
Price question Not rated yet
I’m thinking of buying a2016 sunstar home cruiser 42ft in really nice condition.
Could anyone give me a rough idea of price?
Canvas party top replacement Not rated yet
Has anybody seen the canvas replacement tops for houseboat. They are metal or composite panels. I am looking for information to get my canvas replaced …
Can any one tell me what make this is Not rated yet
So I purchased this the end of last summer boat motor and trailer for 1200. the motor was frozen up. so I started with that. rebuilt it over the winter. …
1979 Kayot 42 ft. Houseboat Not rated yet
Bought this little gem, late August last year and just lived with her vintage(old) charm. But, would like to make some upgrades such as bathroom vanity. …
Maximum H.P. 2003 24 ft Pontoon Not rated yet
I have a 2003 play time pontoon can anyone tell me the maximum horsepower rating allowed on that boat
Is Pex piping safe to store drinking water underneath our houseboat? Not rated yet
Hi, We are trying to find a solution to drinking water storage on our houseboat. We do not have deck space to fit a tank, and would like to investigate …
1966 River Queen Houseboat Project Not rated yet
We have had our 1966 steel-hulled 38' River Queen delivered. The plywood cabin and roof has suffered major damage but that will get rebuilt come Spring, …
Tips for fixing leaky houseboat windows Not rated yet
Hi my wife and I purchased a 1977 Gibson 36' HB over the summer. We, and the boat, are on a lake in CO. Boat is in pretty good shape but we want to start …
Leaking water through overhead light on front of the boat Not rated yet
I have water coming out of the overhead light on the front of my boat. any thoughts where that water might be sneaking in? Thanks
Water dripping through overhead light on the front of my houseboat Not rated yet
After a rain storm, I have water dripping from the overhead light on the front of my Gibson houseboat. Any thoughts where it might come from? Thanks
Gray water sensor problem? Not rated yet
Why is my gray water sensor saying zero when I know it has gray water in it?
Gibson Houseboat owner Not rated yet
I have a question about maintenance of a 1990, 44' Gibson houseboat. The main shower drain pump has gone out. I have changed the pump for the front "wet" …
Gibson propellers Not rated yet
I have a 1997 Gibson Classic 44 ft with 2 350 engines. I need a prop. What would be the standard pitch for that boat? Thanks
Where to find a replacement microwave that is not too huge for the existing space? Not rated yet
Hello fellow houseboat friends!
We are replacing appliances in our 1999 Somerset and have run into a snag:
We bought a new microwave but it sticks …
1972 carri craft pilothouse - need some help please Not rated yet
Hi there,
I’m about to buy a motor boat for live aboard. I’m looking to find if this boat has a good reputation and if it’s not too old. I can’t find …
Your answers are needed for my coursework! Not rated yet
Hi all!
I'm a British student trying to do some research on a Design and Technology project on Houseboats for my A-Level.
It would be really helpful …
Installing a black and grey water holding tank in a 47 foot boatel Not rated yet
Hello, I just purchased a 47 foot boatel and it has a electra sand head. It works great but the marina wants me to install a holding tank. Anyone have …
Timeshare exchange for new years week in las vegas Not rated yet
looking for a timeshare exchange for my new years week in Las Vegas. i have a 2 bedroom suite at Hilton grand vacations for new years week i would like …
Partial Great Loop on a Live-in boat Not rated yet
We're retired and thinking of selling our 4000s.f. house and living on a boat fulltime. We're also thinking of doing the snowbird thing but in our live-in …
question regarding size of Myacht railing Not rated yet
I'm fabricating a small hook system to hang on rear top railing of owner's 2010 36' Myacht. I can't get to it now with all the Virus problems. Can anyone …
buyer's guide Not rated yet
Does anyone know how I get a price for a used houseboat? Is there a buyer's guide. I am looking at a Gibson boat but that make is not in Nada guides. …
Teleflex M50 Univalve Not rated yet
I need to replace a 1976 steering valve!. Telefax Univalve Model 50. For my Boatel motor yacht with upper and lower helm. Can anyone please help me? George …
1992 14x58 STARDUST Not rated yet
Considering purchase of 1992 Stardust HB. Listing states 14X58 footer but iBoats only lists 50, 54, 60 footers in that range for 1972. The HB is slipped …
Info request-Full hull houseboat Not rated yet
I am new to this forum and site and am delighted with all of the information provided. I was hoping someone could provide any info regarding these 2 photos. …
Internal water pressure Not rated yet
I have a 2007 Summerset Houseboat. My issue is my internal water pressure sucks. I have removed all the faucet heads as well as the shower head to “flush” …
A decision I made last year Not rated yet
Hey everyone, my name is Scott and new to this group. For many years I've done the typical houseboat rentals on many lakes and rivers throughout the summer. …
Tips on entering a contract with earnest money Not rated yet
I am interested in purchasing a houseboat this fall, however the boat has been winterized and I will not be able to get a sea-trial before next spring, …
Restriping Not rated yet
Trying to get some input as to costs to restripe a 80 ft houseboat
1998 Catamaran Cruiser Lil Hobo Not rated yet
Where is the holding tank vent located? The toilet will not pump out and we need to find out the problem.
Playbouy Houseboat HELP Not rated yet
I just purchased a 1984 Playbouy Houseboat, SN- DVN 200210984, and I can't seem to find ANY information on this boat. I contacted Avalon and Tahoe, but …
Control Cable length (Lower Helm cables only) Not rated yet
Hi all. Does anyone happen to know the length of the throttle and or shift cables for a 89s HM 41 Medditeranean barracuda with twin sterndrives?
SPEED 4 cyl volvo Penta? Not rated yet
What would be a normal cruise speed with a 3 buoy 40ft houseboat with a 4 cyl Volvo Penta I/O engine ? Thanks!
Welcome Women to the Marine Surveying Profession Not rated yet
Navtech US Surveyors welcomes women to the the boat inspection profession for insurance and underwriting/buy sell. Houseboats are the most requested, …
Post cruise sewage smells! Not rated yet
Our houseboat has a horrible sewer smell inside the cabin and out on the front deck only AFTER returning from a cruise on the lake. Any ideas? Checkpoints? …
Finding the HIN on 94 Sumerset houseboat Not rated yet
We cannot find the HIN in a 94 Sumerset we just purchased. Any help would be appreciated
Any ideas on when this pontoon houseboat was made? Not rated yet
I am the Oral History and Digital Projects Librarian for Berkeley County Library System, headquartered in Moncks Corner, South Carolina.
I am currently …
water tanks Not rated yet
where is the fill holes for fresh water holding tanks on 1992 summerset.
What type cable steering system is this? Not rated yet
I'm trying to find out what type of steering system my 1968 Lazy Days houseboat has, and trying to upload a picture.
engage throttle on houseboat Not rated yet
my houseboat engines will not engage unless generator is running. I have not had this issue before. engines will start while on shore power but when …
Building my own houseboat -need a hull plan Not rated yet
Hi there,
would like to build my own houseboat here in Germany. It should be around 45ft long and 13ft wide. But I do not want a ponton, I would like …
Houseboat DIY water filtration and purification Not rated yet
I recently purchased a houseboat and I'm wanting to build a water filtration/purification system using parts I can purchase at the plumbing store. We'll …
Jeff Not rated yet
Hi, My name is Jeff Kennon. I grew up in Greensboro N.C. and I now live in Raleigh. Somehere in the 70's my father worked for Strandberg Engineering. The …
Inspection on house boat Not rated yet
We just purchased a houseboat in Ontario Canada and live on it year round. We had an inspection when we purchased it and it came up with a couple of problems. …
TravelWave 360 Not rated yet
Anybody have any experience with these?
Wondering about launch and recovery? Also if there is an anchor locker and if so could a windlass be mounted. …
Deck flex on pontoon houseboat build Not rated yet
I am planning on building a 38 x 12 foot pontoon houseboat the boat will be used on lakes and river. The pontoons are Plastic attached to galvanised steel …
1972 Gibson Questions Not rated yet
I recently purchased a 30’ 1972 Fiberglass Gibson Houseboat. I’m looking for any and all info in regards to this vessel. Blueprints would be greatly appreciated …
Knot Rite Not rated yet
I am losing electrical in different parts of the boat. It is a 1972 Stardust Cruiser. All from the galley forward. I checked the 3 fuses at the helm. …
How to stop pontoon houseboat twisting Not rated yet
I am in the process of building a 12m x3.6m houseboat on 2 Mdpe pontoons the house section will be 7m x 3.5m constructed of SIPs (structural insulated …
inverter batteries Not rated yet
What type of batteries are best for my inverter system. I currently have six 6 volt deep cycle batteries that are 10 years old and am thinking of buying …
Thoughts on wood hull with fiberglass overlay? Not rated yet
I am considering purchasing a houseboat that is more like a floating home, no engine. It recently had a brand new wooden hull with fiberglass overlay. …
Houseboat Newbie Not rated yet
I am very interested in houseboats ...
I have never even been on one but I believe I would love it.
I love the water, beeing in on and around it brings …
'84 holiday mansion 36 ft Not rated yet
upper station steering pump has cracked case. It is not repairable. Need a 500 psi Teleflex pump. I am told contemporary pumps are 1,000 psi. Don't …
Propane Furnace for Houseboat, How Big? Not rated yet
We're new liveaboards as of spring in St Paul, Minnesota. As many are aware it gets cold up here, and we're going to brave the winter and continue to live …
Why are there no houseboat communities on Okanagan Lake? Not rated yet
seriously - why?
replacement for heat/air on a houseboat. Marine air or heat pump Not rated yet
Our 18 year old heat pump is going out on our 64' houseboat. We've gotten one bid to replace the heat pump, but decided to explore marine air. Has anyone …
Sharpe party roof construction Not rated yet
Looking at purchasing a 1999 Sharpe houseboat and noticed some of the stanchions for the railing on the upper deck are a bit loose. What is the material …
Replacement screens for houseboat Not rated yet
Looking for replacement screens for houseboat. They have round corners and can't find anyone in Cincinnati, Ohio to make them.
Needing some parts for 1979 Gibson 50 Not rated yet
Hello everyone. I am in the process of refurbing our 1979 50 foot Gibson. Needing to find a window handle/ latch and these meters. Can anyone help? I know …
tilting myacht 3508 Not rated yet
We have a minor (10 degree) starboard list caused by water which had leaked around the gas tank and black water tank (not in the tanks but trapped around …
1995 44 ft Gibson Houseboat Owners Manual Not rated yet
I just bought a 1995 Gibson Standard 44 foot houseboat. Can anyone tell me where I can find an owners manual?
Inverters Not rated yet
New owner here, 2000 sumerset, 16x75. My question concerns inverters, I know they change voltage, do I need to leave them on when on shore power, or when …
Electrical Leakage/Shock Not rated yet
HI,
Sorry if this has been addressed but I could not figure out how to search the forums.
With increasing discussion of ESD and using ELCI's, I was …
Info on a 1989 Aqua Marine 44? Not rated yet
I am trying to research a 1989 Aqua Marine, current owner listed it as an Aqua Marine, 1989 year model and 45 foot long. I cant find any info on that make/model. …
Aluminum tank monitors install Not rated yet
How do you install monitoring gauges on an older aluminum tank with no access ports
safety gates for toddlers Not rated yet
Where can I find safety gates that will fit on my houseboat to protect the toddlers?
Catamara Cruisers front deck railings Not rated yet
Good day everyone, I have a 26ft catamaran cruisers houseboat with rotted rails on the front deck. They are made of plywood sandwiched between vinyl panels, …
Help! New to this world, looking for.. Not rated yet
Hello! My name is Thea, and I am very very new to this boat living world. So new, in fact, that I'm actually not in it yet. My goal is to spend about 6 …
Reporter Hoping to Speak with Recent Houseboat Owners Not rated yet
Hi. I'm working on a news article for realtor.com on folks buying houseboats and living on them at least mostly full-time. I was hoping to speak with a …
towing a 1986 aqua cruiser Not rated yet
i have 86 38FT AQUA CRUISER WITH FIBER GLASS PONTOONS, I AM TRYING DIFFERENT IDEAS, I JUST BOUGHT A MOBLE HOME TRAILER, DO I NEED TO MAKE SURE PONTOON …
Need help identifying velvet drive Not rated yet
Can anyone tell how to find more information about my velvet drives. The nameplates are red in color with model # 10-04000-002 Serial # 2791 Ratio - E …
Need help with houseboat loan Not rated yet
I am looking for help with getting a houseboat loan so I can buy a houseboat to live on.
I am a disability pensioner with no savings and no big assets. …
Amphibious Driving Houseboat Project Not rated yet
After many months of delays and interruptions, with countless hours and money invested, the amphibious houseboat is finally done. Now, all that is left …
Trim & Tilt control installation for my houseboat Not rated yet
I have a 1987 42 foot houseboat with a 75hp Mercury outboard. It has no trim / tilt control, or any way to pull (or lift) the propeller out of the water. …
Houseboat noises - loud hum sound running 12V lights? Not rated yet
We have a 1997 Catamaran Cruiser Aquacruiser houseboat we bought used almost 2 years ago. The boat stays hooked up to shore power in the slip 24/7. …
My houseboat has a Westerbeke generator, I need some advice? Not rated yet
I have a 12.5 Westerbeke generator and there is no exhaust coming out the exhaust port. It is coming out of the water exit port.
Also it works fine …
Houseboat Docking Lessons - learn to dock single or twin engine boats Not rated yet
Docking a houseboat can be a very daunting thought and can be a very difficult procedure if you're not experienced. Learn how to use the tips, tools, techniques, …
Going though boat locks with a houseboat Not rated yet
Well we have owned our houseboat a few seasons now and everyone wanted to going though the locks at McAlpine on the Ohio River, Louisville, KY.
I felt …
Houseboat Holidays Australia - Murray River houseboats Not rated yet
When it comes to houseboat holidays in Australia, you have to look at Murray River houseboats, as the northern winter season brings the southern summer …
Houseboat Storage Locations - store small house boats indoor or outdoor. Not rated yet
When it comes to finding houseboat storage locations, you can often store small house boats either indoors or outdoors. However there frequently is the …
Houseboat Software Tool - free room and space planner helps visualize remodeling house boats Not rated yet
There's a free houseboat software tool, like a virtual room and space planner, that can help you visualize, organize, and get the right sizes and dimensions …
Houseboat Security Safety Alarm Systems - remotely use surveillance to protect house boats Not rated yet
Houseboat security, safety, surveillance, or alarms systems allow you now to remotely keep an eye on your house boat, and also protect the investment that …
Custom Houseboat Graphics - vinyl numbers, names, logos, and decals. Not rated yet
When it comes to custom houseboat graphics, you can spruce up house boats with custom vinyl boat names, registration numbers, decals, logos, and boat lettering …
Houseboat Docking 101 - how to drive & dock house boats with outboards, inboards, sterndrives. Not rated yet
The houseboat docking 101 series helps boaters understand how to drive & dock house boats with single or dual engine, outboards, inboards, or sterndrives. …
Houseboat Sunsets - waiting for the next great sunset on house boats. Not rated yet
Great houseboat moments have to include great sunsets. We have been on the lake for 14 years on other peoples and our own boat.
This year we decided …
Free Houseboat Games - play with 3D house boats in a virtual world game Not rated yet
You like playing houseboat games, here users can create, interact, and play with house boats in a virtual world. It's called Second Life, a free new online …
Free Houseboat Tips and Lessons - Check or Charge the Batteries First! Not rated yet
Todays free houseboat tips and lessons is to check and charge the batteries first. From now on it will be my first step in diagnosing 12 volt electrical …
Small Trailerable Houseboats + Kids = the best houseboat vacations ever! Not rated yet
Small trailerable houseboats, combined with some kids, and you've got a recipe for the best houseboat vacations that you could ever imagine.
Here's …
Simple Houseboat Tips and Solutions - photos, schematics, and drawings. Not rated yet
Simple houseboat tips, ideas, and solutions. Take photos, drawings, and schematics to remember how it all came apart, and how it should all go back together. …
The best houseboats for the Great Loop - a planing, displacement, or a trawler? Not rated yet
The best houseboats to travel the Great Loop, do I get a planing, semi displacement, or a trawler? That's a question that gets discussed often.
I'm …
Houseboat Corrosion Electrolysis Problems - Galvanic Isolators Not rated yet
Have been having problems with houseboat corrosion electrolysis, even with a galvanic isolator. I am having an issue in the California Delta with electrolysis, …
Christmas gifts for the houseboat Not rated yet
We got lots of Christmas gifts for our houseboat. I didn't get the Honda generator I was hoping for, but something almost as valuable, a giant Margarita …
Interior Houseboat Upgrades - remodeling cabinets, furniture ... Not rated yet
Looking at upgrades to the interior houseboat furniture, cabinets, and atmosphere. I have a 1983 Harbor Master houseboat that I live on.
I bought …
Houseboats as hurricane emergency support vehicles or search & rescue? Not rated yet
Wondering if houseboats are used as hurricane emergency support vehicles for victims, casualties, or search and rescue?
I was wondering about houseboats …
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