Lake Powell Marine Electronics Weblog http://site.lakepowellmarineelectronics.com/blog/ LPME News, Updates and Useful Info & Articles... en Copyright 2007 Fri, 09 Mar 2007 16:19:35 -0700 http://www.sixapart.com/movabletype/?v=3.2ysb5-20051201 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss New discount prices for Garmin GPS Chartplotters! We've recently lowered the price on some popular Garmin GPSMAP Chartplotter units. They include...

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Today's capstans are powered electrically, hydraulically, pneumatically, or via an internal combustion engine. Typically a gearbox is used which trades reduced speed for increased torque.

Capstans and windlasses arevery similar. The main difference between a capstan and a windlass is...

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]]> http://site.lakepowellmarineelectronics.com/blog/why_should_i_consider_a_refurbished_gps_unit.html http://site.lakepowellmarineelectronics.com/blog/why_should_i_consider_a_refurbished_gps_unit.html Refurbished GPS Units Mon, 19 Feb 2007 23:57:27 -0700 Introducing LPME - The Blog... It's finally up...our weblog.  We're going to keep you well informed of the latest news in the world of marine electronics and GPS.  But that's not all...stay tuned to this space for answers to FAQ, helpful articles as well as hot new releases, rebate offers and 'can't pass up this offer' specials. 

And since we're hoping to make this into a thriving community, we want (insist!) that you leave comments, ask questions, and offer any help you can to others in the community. 

Of course, you could just be here to shop for the finest marine electronics and GPS items around for the best possible price and amazing service.  If that's you, head back to Lake Powell Marine Electronics for great deals on all Garmin, Magellan, Lowrance, Raymarine and Humminbird items.  Hope to hear from you soon...

Questions?  Email us at service@lakepowellmarineelectronics.com

 

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