2-16
130 Super Sport
Section 2 • General Information
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Safety Chains/Cables
- Safety chains/cables are
also important; the chains/cables are connected to
the trailer and should be of suffi cient length to reach
the frame of the tow vehicle and should be long
enough to allow the tow vehicle to turn without
binding or tensioning. Attach the chains/cables by
crisscrossing them under the tongue of the trailer and
then attaching them to the tow vehicle.
Securing the Trailer to the Tow Vehicle
Tie-down straps should never be used by
themselves, they are only used to help in
keeping the boat secured to the trailer. Make
certain that the safety chain is properly secured
to the bow eye.
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DANGER
Trailer Hitch
- A properly matched trailer hitch
ball and coupler is important. Make certain that the
coupler and the hitch ball are properly seated and
locked.
Trailer
Fig. 2.16.1
SAFETY CHAINS/CABLES
TONGUE/BALL HITCH RECEIVER
TONGUE BALL LATCH
WINCH
WINCH HOOK/STRAP
WINCH SAFETY CHAIN
KEEL GUIDE ROLLER
BUNKS
TAIL LIGHT (P&S)
TONGUE JACK
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Tie-Down Straps
- Can be used to secure the boat
from the stern. The tie-down straps hook into the
tie-down loops on the trailer frame and to the stern
eyes on the transom. Padding (or similar) chafe
protection should be used wherever the tie-down
straps come in contact with the hull.
If you have been in saltwater, the single most
important maintenance step for your brakes is
to fl ush them thoroughly with fresh water.
NOTICE
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CAUTION
DO NOT rely on the power trim/tilt system or
tilt support lever on your outboard to maintain
proper ground clearance for trailering. THE
OUTBOARD TILT SUPPORT LEVER IS NOT
INTENDED TO SUPPORT THE OUTBOARD FOR
TRAILERING
Outboard Engine
It is best to trailer your boat with the outboard tilted
down in a vertical operating position.
However, if additional road clearance is required
due to railroad crossings, driveway clearance, trailer
bounce, etc., the outboard should be tilted up and
supported using an accessory outboard support
device.
Yo u r B o s t o n W h a l e r
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d e a l e r w i l l h a v e
recommendations regarding the support of your
engine.
Safety Chain/Cables
- There is a safety chain/cable
that attaches to the bow eye and will keep the boat
from sliding off the trailer in the event that the winch
strap or cable breaks.
Hook this up fi rst.
Trailer Safety
Securing the Boat to the Trailer