Capt Frank Lanier

Everything Boats with Capt Frank Lanier

Leisure EN ↓ 76 episodes

The “how to” boating knowledge you need!  Hi! I’m Capt Frank Lanier, a retired U.S. Coast Guard officer and SAMS® Accredited Marine Surveyor with over 40 years of experience in the maritime and diving industry.  I’m also an author, public speaker, and multiple award-winning journalist whose articles appear regularly in numerous marine publications worldwide, such as BoatUS Magazine, Practical Sailor Magazine, Southern Boating Magazine and Lakeland Boating Magazine. Tune in as we discuss a wide range of boating topics, from boat maintenance, inspections, repairs and upgrade projects, to seamans...

Author

Capt Frank Lanier

Category

Leisure

Podcast website

www.captfklanier.com

Latest episode

Jul 10, 2026

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Episodes

The WRONG way to winterize your boat! 09.01.2026

Send us Fan Mail Want to ruin your boat? Follow this seller’s philosophy on winterizing its systems.  Support the show https://youtube.com/@everythingboatswithcaptfrank?si=YoCC-d3MFy_z9hqc www.captfklanier.com

Why you NEVER use a portable gas generator! 02.01.2026

Send us Fan Mail Yes it’s tempting, but here are all the reasons you should never use a gasoline generator onboard!  Support the show https://youtube.com/@everythingboatswithcaptfrank?si=YoCC-d3MFy_z9hqc www.captfklanier.com

Top 3 New Year’s Boating Safety Resolutions! 26.12.2025

Send us Fan Mail Support the show https://youtube.com/@everythingboatswithcaptfrank?si=YoCC-d3MFy_z9hqc www.captfklanier.com

How to inspect engine mounts! 19.12.2025

Send us Fan Mail Bad engine mounts are everywhere! Are your engine mounts serviceable? Here’s how to tell! Support the show https://youtube.com/@everythingboatswithcaptfrank?si=YoCC-d3MFy_z9hqc www.captfklanier.com

How to inspect your LPG system! 12.12.2025

Send us Fan Mail It’s one of the few onboard systems that can actually blow you up. Here’s how to keep that from happening! Support the show https://youtube.com/@everythingboatswithcaptfrank?si=YoCC-d3MFy_z9hqc www.captfklanier.com

Top 5 boating emergencies - and how to handle them! 06.12.2025

Send us Fan Mail Five boating emergencies every boat owner should be able to handle.  Support the show https://youtube.com/@everythingboatswithcaptfrank?si=YoCC-d3MFy_z9hqc www.captfklanier.com

How to install a dual primary fuel filter system 28.11.2025

Send us Fan Mail A deep dive discussion on planning and installation of a dual primary fuel system. Support the show https://youtube.com/@everythingboatswithcaptfrank?si=YoCC-d3MFy_z9hqc www.captfklanier.com

How to conduct a test sail! 21.11.2025

Send us Fan Mail Looking at boats to purchase, but want to narrow it down before spending money on a marine survey? How’s how! Support the show https://youtube.com/@everythingboatswithcaptfrank?si=YoCC-d3MFy_z9hqc www.captfklanier.com

How to SHOCK a holding tank! 14.11.2025

Send us Fan Mail The straight poop on maintaining your holding tank, from pump out and cleaning tips to winterization best practices. Support the show https://youtube.com/@everythingboatswithcaptfrank?si=YoCC-d3MFy_z9hqc www.captfklanier.com

How to troubleshoot outboard engine tilt and trim systems 09.11.2025

Send us Fan Mail Logical troubleshooting steps for an inoperative tilt and trim system. Support the show https://youtube.com/@everythingboatswithcaptfrank?si=YoCC-d3MFy_z9hqc www.captfklanier.com

How to tow a boat - the right way! 01.11.2025

Send us Fan Mail Want to be a Good Samaritan and give a disabled boat a tow? A deep dive discussion on whether you should and if so, how to do it correctly and safely. Support the show https://youtube.com/@everythingboatswithcaptfrank?si=YoCC-d3MFy_z9hqc www.captfklanier.com

Damage Control! How to keep your boat from sinking! 24.10.2025

Send us Fan Mail You’re sinking - now what?! A deep dive discussion on damage control basics and how to use them to keep your boat from sinking. Support the show https://youtube.com/@everythingboatswithcaptfrank?si=YoCC-d3MFy_z9hqc www.captfklanier.com

How to troubleshoot a stalled outboard engine! 17.10.2025

Send us Fan Mail Tips on how to get that stalled outboard engine moving again! Support the show https://youtube.com/@everythingboatswithcaptfrank?si=YoCC-d3MFy_z9hqc www.captfklanier.com

How to raft up - the right way! 10.10.2025

Send us Fan Mail A deep dive into the art of properly rafting up.  Support the show https://youtube.com/@everythingboatswithcaptfrank?si=YoCC-d3MFy_z9hqc www.captfklanier.com

Understanding equipment waterproof ratings 03.10.2025

Send us Fan Mail Understanding waterproof ratings and how to apply them to your next purchase. Support the show https://youtube.com/@everythingboatswithcaptfrank?si=YoCC-d3MFy_z9hqc www.captfklanier.com

LPG system upgrades 26.09.2025

Send us Fan Mail From my “Ask Capt Frank” series, where I answer questions from my YouTube channel viewers and marine survey business customers. Support the show https://youtube.com/@everythingboatswithcaptfrank?si=YoCC-d3MFy_z9hqc www.captfklanier.com

When stainless steel isn’t! 19.09.2025

Send us Fan Mail How to choose, use, and maintain stainless steel in the marine environment.  Support the show https://youtube.com/@everythingboatswithcaptfrank?si=YoCC-d3MFy_z9hqc www.captfklanier.com

How to inspect your boat’s electrical system Ep 4: Onboard charging systems. 10.09.2025

Send us Fan Mail The fourth of a four part series on how to inspect your boat’s electrical systems.  Episode 1: DC system inspections. Episode 2: AC electrical systems. Episode 3: Circuit breaker and wiring inspections. Episode 4: Onboard charging systems inspections.  Support the show https://youtube.com/@everythingboatswithcaptfrank?si=YoCC-d3MFy_z9hqc www.captfklanier.com

How to inspect your boat’s electrical system Ep 3: Circuit breaker and wiring inspections. 03.09.2025

Send us Fan Mail The third of a four part series on how to inspect your boat’s electrical systems.  Episode 1: DC system inspections. Episode 2: AC electrical systems. Episode 3: Circuit breaker and wiring inspections. Episode 4: Onboard charging systems inspections.  Support the show https://youtube.com/@everythingboatswithcaptfrank?si=YoCC-d3MFy_z9hqc www.captfklanier.com

How to inspect your boat’s AC electrical system! 26.08.2025

Send us Fan Mail The second of a four part series on how to inspect your boat’s electrical systems.  Episode 1: DC system inspections. Episode 2: AC electrical systems. Episode 3: Circuit breaker and wiring inspections. Episode 4: Onboard charging systems inspections.  Support the show https://youtube.com/@everythingboatswithcaptfrank?si=YoCC-d3MFy_z9hqc www.captfklanier.com

How to inspect your boat’s DC electrical system! 20.08.2025

Send us Fan Mail The first of a four part series on how to inspect your boat’s electrical systems.  Episode 1: DC system inspections. Episode 2: AC electrical systems. Episode 3: Circuit breaker and wiring inspections. Episode 4: Onboard charging systems inspections.  Support the show https://youtube.com/@everythingboatswithcaptfrank?si=YoCC-d3MFy_z9hqc www.captfklanier.com

How to take an oil sample - the right way! 12.08.2025

Send us Fan Mail Tips and tricks on how to properly take an engine or generator oil sample.  Support the show https://youtube.com/@everythingboatswithcaptfrank?si=YoCC-d3MFy_z9hqc www.captfklanier.com

Sinking! Fire! Towing and more! How to handle boating emergencies! 05.08.2025

Send us Fan Mail An in-depth look at some of boating’s biggest emergencies and how to handle each! Support the show https://youtube.com/@everythingboatswithcaptfrank?si=YoCC-d3MFy_z9hqc www.captfklanier.com

How to handle an engine compartment FIRE! 29.07.2025

Send us Fan Mail The best options and practices when faced with an engine compartment fire.  Support the show https://youtube.com/@everythingboatswithcaptfrank?si=YoCC-d3MFy_z9hqc www.captfklanier.com

How to keep a proper logbook 22.07.2025

Send us Fan Mail Nothing says good seamanship like keeping a proper logbook. Here’s how to do it! Support the show https://youtube.com/@everythingboatswithcaptfrank?si=YoCC-d3MFy_z9hqc www.captfklanier.com

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