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Wera Self-Setting Joker Review: Great Idea, Disappointing Execution
Tools

Wera Self-Setting Joker Review: Great Idea, Disappointing Execution

We love Wera tools. But the Joker ratcheting wrench slips in tight spaces, has too wide a ratcheting arc, and ends up being more trouble than a standard wrench when it matters.

April 8, 2026 goodkit crew
Victron Cerbo GX Setup Guide: From Install to Remote Monitoring
Marine RV Electrical Guides

Victron Cerbo GX Setup Guide: From Install to Remote Monitoring

The Cerbo GX ties your entire Victron system together. Here is how to install it, connect your devices, and set up remote monitoring via VRM.

April 8, 2026 goodkit crew
Best Handheld Marine VHF Radio: Standard Horizon HX210 vs Icom IC-M25
Marine

Best Handheld Marine VHF Radio: Standard Horizon HX210 vs Icom IC-M25

Every boat needs a floating handheld VHF. We carry the Standard Horizon HX210 and explain why it beats the competition for under .

April 8, 2026 goodkit crew
Best 12V Fridge for RVs and Boats: Engel vs Dometic and the Rest
RV Marine

Best 12V Fridge for RVs and Boats: Engel vs Dometic and the Rest

We run Engel drawers in the RV, an Engel MT45 portable on the boat and road, and a Dometic CFX5 aboard. Each wins for different reasons.

April 8, 2026 goodkit crew
Shelly on a Boat: Cheap Smart Automation for 12V Marine Systems
Marine RV AI

Shelly on a Boat: Cheap Smart Automation for 12V Marine Systems

Shelly smart relays cost and run on DC. We use them to automate lights, fans, and monitoring on our sailboat with Home Assistant.

April 8, 2026 goodkit crew
Best Marine Battery Monitor: Victron SmartShunt 500A Review
Marine RV Sensors Electrical

Best Marine Battery Monitor: Victron SmartShunt 500A Review

The Victron SmartShunt 500A is the battery monitor we run on our boat. Here is why it beats the cheap alternatives and how it fits into a full monitoring system.

April 8, 2026 goodkit crew

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