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Tohatsu 5hp LPG

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The Tohatsu 5hp LPG is a propane powered outboard. What do you think of this? There are advantages, but are there disadvantages? You can always bring a portable bbq grill with you on the boat now. I like the idea of ultra-low emissions and supposed no power loss, is that true? Will Tohatsu and others turn to propane for bigger outboards? Overview I took the below… ...Read More

5 Tips for Buying a Used Outboard

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Buying a new-to-you motor is something that most of us do at some point to enjoy pushing our tins. Do you know what to look for? What are some of the signs of a bad motor? Here are 5 tips for buying a used outboard. These tips are just the basics, but if followed will allow you to make a better judgement if you should buy or pass on a particular outboard. The old adage says… ...Read More

Custom Center Console

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Here at TinBoats, we have some of the most skilled members doing incredible modifications and projects to their boats like this custom center console. Below is another example. TinBoats member rook used his creative mind to build a one of a kind center console that just is awesome. You have to see it for your self. What started out as this: Ended up like this: As… ...Read More