Capt Frank Lanier

Everything Boats with Capt Frank Lanier

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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...

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Capt Frank Lanier

Episodes

Understanding equipment waterproof ratings 03.10.2025 7:26

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 4:26

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 9:38

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 14:25

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 4:47

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 6:46

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 7:10

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 8:40

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 45:36

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 10:34

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 7:28

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

How to track down those annoying boat leaks! 15.07.2025 10:42

Send us Fan Mail How to track down those pesky, annoying boat leaks! Support the show https://youtube.com/@everythingboatswithcaptfrank?si=YoCC-d3MFy_z9hqc www.captfklanier.com

Everything you need to know about batteries! Part 2 08.07.2025 21:34

Send us Fan Mail Everything you always wanted to know about batteries but were afraid to ask! Part 2 Support the show https://youtube.com/@everythingboatswithcaptfrank?si=YoCC-d3MFy_z9hqc www.captfklanier.com

Everything you need to know about batteries! Part 1 02.07.2025 14:31

Send us Fan Mail Everything you always wanted to know about batteries - but were afraid to ask!! Part one of a two part series. Support the show https://youtube.com/@everythingboatswithcaptfrank?si=YoCC-d3MFy_z9hqc www.captfklanier.com

The trouble with trailers - boat trailer inspections and maintenance 24.06.2025 7:39

Send us Fan Mail Boat trailer inspection and maintenance tips to keep you rolling along! Support the show https://youtube.com/@everythingboatswithcaptfrank?si=YoCC-d3MFy_z9hqc www.captfklanier.com

You’re AGROUND! Now what?! 18.06.2025 9:49

Send us Fan Mail A step by step discussion on what to do when you run aground, what not to do, and how to free yourself. Support the show https://youtube.com/@everythingboatswithcaptfrank?si=YoCC-d3MFy_z9hqc www.captfklanier.com

Seven ways to MURDER your diesel engine! 10.06.2025 16:08

Send us Fan Mail Listen as the worlds greatest detectives discuss how you ushered your faithful diesel engine to an untimely demise. Support the show https://youtube.com/@everythingboatswithcaptfrank?si=YoCC-d3MFy_z9hqc www.captfklanier.com

How to assemble an emergency ditch bag! 03.06.2025 9:00

Send us Fan Mail Packing for the trip you hope to never take. How to select and outfit a ditch bag. Support the show https://youtube.com/@everythingboatswithcaptfrank?si=YoCC-d3MFy_z9hqc www.captfklanier.com

Getting to know your diesel engine! 27.05.2025 4:50

Send us Fan Mail A discussion detailing the parts of a diesel engine that every boat owner should know, as well as what they do! Support the show https://youtube.com/@everythingboatswithcaptfrank?si=YoCC-d3MFy_z9hqc www.captfklanier.com

Seacock inspections and maintenance! 21.05.2025 5:32

Send us Fan Mail Everything you need to know about inspecting and maintaining your vessel’s seacocks! Support the show https://youtube.com/@everythingboatswithcaptfrank?si=YoCC-d3MFy_z9hqc www.captfklanier.com

Top 10 tips to SAVE your boat’s electronics! 13.05.2025 7:05

Send us Fan Mail 10 tips on how to maintain and extend the life of your boat’s electronics. Support the show https://youtube.com/@everythingboatswithcaptfrank?si=YoCC-d3MFy_z9hqc www.captfklanier.com

Bilge pumps - everything you need to know! 06.05.2025 13:49

Send us Fan Mail Everything you always wanted to know about bilge pumps, but were afraid to ask!! Support the show https://youtube.com/@everythingboatswithcaptfrank?si=YoCC-d3MFy_z9hqc www.captfklanier.com

Your boat’s on FIRE! Now what?! 30.04.2025 14:24

Send us Fan Mail A detailed discussion on what to do to before, during and after a fire, with particular focus on preparation and safety. Support the show https://youtube.com/@everythingboatswithcaptfrank?si=YoCC-d3MFy_z9hqc www.captfklanier.com

Pimp my dinghy - for safety!! 22.04.2025 9:06

Send us Fan Mail No matter how much safety gear is on your boat, it won’t help one bit in an emergency unless your dinghy is properly equipped as well. Here’s everything you need to know about outfitting your tender for safety! Support the show https://youtube.com/@everythingboatswithcaptfrank?si=YoCC-d3MFy_z9hqc www.captfklanier.com

7 things you didn’t know about what you can’t see!! 15.04.2025 14:39

Send us Fan Mail When it comes to boat maintenance, an out-of-sight, out-of-mind, let sleeping dogs lie philosophy can easily lead to a ruined day on the water. Here’s a list of seven often overlooked “sleeping dogs” that can wake up and take a bite out of The captain’s quarters at the worst possible moment! Support the show https://youtube.com/@everythingboatswithcaptfrank?si=YoCC-d3MFy_z9hqc www...