
Mike's Boat Services
Marine electronics, fault troubleshooting and practical boat support across Oban, Craobh, Argyll and the West Coast of Scotland.
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Mike
Run by Mike Sharkey, a professional skipper and offshore engineer with a degree in electronics. Mike’s Boat Services provides practical support for yacht owners who need reliable help with onboard systems, marine electronics, preparation, fault finding and general boaty jobs for yachts and boats in the Oban/Craobh area.
Services Provided:
Electronics troubleshooting
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Batteries not charging
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Mystery battery drain
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Instruments not communicating
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GPS problems
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Radar faults
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AIS not transmitting
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Autopilot faults
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Shore power tripping
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Intermittent electrical faults
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Blown fuse investigations
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12V & 24V fault finding
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Engine hour meter LCD repair
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Eberspacher and Webasto diesel heater troubleshooting
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Electronic servicing and installations
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Battery replacements
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Lithium battery upgrades and conversions
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Solar installations
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DC-DC charger installations
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Shore power systems
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Battery chargers & inverter installations
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Battery monitoring (Victron, SmartShunt)
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NMEA2000 & Seatalk networking
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GPS / Chartplotters
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Radar installation
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AIS installation & programming
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VHF/DSC installation
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Starlink installation
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USB charging upgrades
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LED lighting upgrades
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Electrical inspections
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Yacht Maintenance
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Seasonal commissioning
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Winterisation
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De-winterisation
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Battery maintenance
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Rope replacement
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Deck hardware fitting
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Interior lighting upgrades
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Water system sanitising
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Electrical corrosion inspections
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Moisture investigations
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Teak sanding and treatment
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GRP minor repairs and polishing
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Mechanical and electrical
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Bilge pump replacement
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Fresh water pump replacement
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Toilet pump replacement
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Water heater replacement
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Engine battery replacement
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Alternator replacement
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Navigation light repairs
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Anchor windlass repairs
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£80 per hour + parts. Additional charge if long distance from Oban.
Free advice.​
Contact
Mike’s Boat Services 2026
A service by Whisky and Waves Ltd
