How to: check and replace an anode (zinc) - Yachting Monthly

If haven't checked your anodes properly, you risk serious damage to the metal fittings below the waterline, including seacocks, skin fittings, propeller and engine. Matt Sheahan talks to offshore yacht instructor Bruce Jacobs at Rubicon 3 (www.rubicon3.co.uk) for an expert guide on how anodes works, how to check yours are working and making sure your boat is properly protected. [NOTE: Bonding seacocks in a wooden boat can cause electrolysis within the timber. Seek specilaist advice.] Yachting Monthly's How To series is brought to you in association with GJW Direct. GJW Direct offers some of the most comprehensive boat insurance policies on the market, at very competitive prices. With over 175 years in Marine Insurance, we’d like to think that when you insure your yacht with us, you can be confident that you’re dealing with the boat insurance specialists, leaving you free to enjoy your time on the water. https://www.gjwdirect.com/ This video was filmed before social distancing measures were introduced by the UK government. Stay home, stay safe, protect the NHS. ---- Subscribe to Yachting Monthly's Youtube channel at: https://www.youtube.com/user/YachtingMonthly/videos Subscribe to the magazine at: https://www.yachtingmonthly.com/subscriptions/yachting-monthly-subscriptions Read more sailing articles at: https://www.yachtingmonthly.com/ Like our Facebook page at: https://www.facebook.com/yachtingmonthlymag/ Follow us on Twitter at: https://twitter.com/yachtingmonthly Follow us on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/yachtingmonthlymag/