Name: Ship’s Log: A Captain’s Log for Boat Trips and Maintenance
Brand: The Boat Galley
SKU: TBG-SHPLG
Price: 45.69 USD
Availability: InStock

Bag of tools ready for boat maintenance projects

Smart Boat Maintenance

Boat maintenance isn’t about fixing what’s broken—it’s about keeping things from breaking in the first place. A well-kept log, routine system checks, and knowing how to troubleshoot small problems can make all the difference. Whether you're diagnosing an outboard issue, sizing wiring for a project, or keeping records of essential maintenance, these resources help you stay ahead of the game.

Boat Maintenance Made Manageable

A boat that “just works” doesn’t happen by chance. Staying ahead of problems means tracking what’s been done, spotting potential issues early, and handling small fixes yourself. This collection gives you the tools and knowledge to keep your boat running smoothly—even if you don’t think of yourself as a mechanic.

Ship’s Log – A well-kept log helps you track maintenance, repairs, and daily operations—so you can spot small issues before they turn into costly problems.

12V Wiring Size Selector – Planning an electrical project? This quick-reference tool ensures you use the correct wire size to prevent power loss, overheating, and system failures.

Outboard Troubleshooting for Beginners – When your outboard won’t start, this simple guide walks you through diagnosing and fixing common issues—fast.

The Basics of Living on a Boat – Covers the day-to-day upkeep tasks that keep your boat in top shape, from routine checks to staying ahead of potential trouble.

Good maintenance isn’t about overhauls and rebuilds—it’s about knowing what to watch, keeping track of what’s been done, and handling small issues before they grow. These resources help you stay in control.

Ship’s Log: Your captain’s log for tracking trips, maintenance, and safety checks.

Ship’s Log: A Captain’s Log for Boat Trips and Maintenance

$45.69 USD

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Track maintenance by system, spot trends at a glance, and find past work fast—without digging through a jumbled log.

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The diagram from The Boat Galley, titled 12-Volt Quick Reference Wiring Selector, includes sections on connector sizes, wire selection, and charge size. The 12 Volt Wiring Size Chart displays wire colors—white, red, blue, yellow—and their corresponding gauge sizes.

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The Boat Galleys 12 Volt Wiring Size Chart provides color-coded details on voltage drop, amperage, and wire gauge for 12-volt systems. It includes sections titled Rope in Conduit Run and Rope in Engine Room, with reference guides and Voltage Drop Tables for easy navigation.

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The Boat Galleys 12 Volt Wiring Size Chart includes wire gauge, ampacity, voltage drop across lengths and temperatures, a 12 Volt Wire Size guide, a comparison of lead acid, AGM, lithium batteries, and a watts-volts-amps conversion guide.

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12 Volt Wiring Size Chart

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Easily choose the right wire size for proper equipment operation and safety; designed to be kept with your electrical tools.

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Waterproof outboard troubleshooting guide: step-by-step instructions for beginners to fix common outboard motor issues.

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Outboard Troubleshooting for Non-Mechanics

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Quick fixes for common outboard issues—get it running again, fast, even if it's your first time using an outboard.

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Learn the basics of living aboard a boat with practical advice for transitioning and thriving as a liveaboard.

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The Basics of Living on a Boat

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Covers all aspects of life aboard, including key daily system checks to keep everything running smoothly.

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What Cruisers Say About Our Ship's Log

"Everything about this log is just right for accurate record keeping of every aspect of my boat."

"My wife and I own a luxury yacht charter company in Destin, Florida. Keeping logs is critical for any boat, but it is vital in our business. We must log each voyage, each passenger, each change of crew watch, each repair, each maintenance service, each fueling, each part replacement, and we must keep an inventory of all passenger and vessel safety and lifesaving equipment. This single book covers all those topics and provides ample pages for the Captain's notes and records. Great buy!"

"We've been looking for a place to jot down important information about our sailboat and to keep detailed records of our watches and our travels. This ship's log is just right, with sections for maintenance tracking, spare parts tracking, watch shifts and a cruising log."

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Meet The Boat Galley Team

At The Boat Galley, we’re all cruisers. We know the joys—and the challenges—of boat life. The steep learning curve, costly mistakes, and hours spent searching for answers can be overwhelming. We’ve been there. That’s why we’ve created practical tools, trusted resources, and real-world guides to help you skip the frustrations and focus on enjoying your cruising life.