J/Boats J/111, Owner'S Manual

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J/111 OWNER MANUAL 57
Exterior
If storing outdoors, a winter cover is recommended. It can be a simple piece of canvas
forming a tent over the entire boat or heat-shrunk plastic. In either case, a tent-like support
structure is necessary to prevent pools of water and to assure proper air circulation.
Ensure the entire deck is covered to prevent uneven discoloration of the gelcoat.
Keel & Keel Drain Plug
The J/111 keel includes a hollow fabricated 316L SS fin with a cast lead flared bulb at the
bottom. Much of the hollow volume within the fin is filled with lead, but for the remaining
hollow areas, the keel is specifically equipped with a drain plug on its port side.
KEEL DRAIN PLUG MUST BE REMOVED IF THE BOAT IS TO BE STORED ON LAND
FOR ANY PERIOD OF TIME.
The plug is intended to allow any water that may have entered the fin to drain out and to
prevent damage from freezing. For this reason, storing the boat at a slightly bow up angle is
recommended.
Cradle
It is critical the boat is adequately supported. The keel must rest solidly on the main beam
and the vertical risers should merely stabilize the boat. If it appears that the boat is
supported too much by the vertical risers, correct the problem…. as this could structurally
damage the hull.
Mast Storage
Store masts on well-padded supports and do not place any weights on them. Avoid tape on
the mast surface as it leaves a difficult to remove residue. Wash all surfaces, sheaves,
standing rigging with fresh water. If possible, remove all standing rigging, halyards and mast
instruments and store indoors. For painted masts, it is usually NOT advisable to wrap the
mast in plastic, as moisture can become trapped, and lead to premature paint blistering.