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1. Install the stern light pole in the socket, making
sure the tab on the pole lines up with the groove on
the socket
2. The 10.2 navigation lights are operated by
installing the lights into the sockets. When not
moving under poor lighting conditions, only the stern
light needs to be on.
Traveling Across the Water
Do not be concerned if you notice a slight hull flexing
during use. The boat is designed to flex and absorb minor
bumps without damage. This flexing is one of the great
advantages of polyethylene.
Trim / Planing all models
The boats are not designed to plane. However, they will
travel smoothly if loaded and trimmed properly.
With most outboard motors, you can adjust the trim. This
is the angle between the power unit of the motor (prop) and
the transom of the boat.
If the motor is angled out too far, the bow will rise sharply
when power is applied.
When the prop is angled too close to the transom, it will
tend to push the bow down when power is applied.
Adjusting the weight distribution in the boat will also
help the boat travel smoothly.
If the bow lifts too much, shift more of the weight
forward.
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If the bow tends to plow down in the water, shift
weight toward the stern.
TRANSPORTING
Transporting by Pick Up Truck
All models can be conveniently transported in the back of a
full size pick up truck.
Be sure to tie the boat down snugly using several tie down
straps.
Do not over tighten the straps. This will distort
the deck and hull.
Trailering
All of the models can be trailored if desired.
Rest the weight of the boat on the support bunks.
The support bunks on the trailer should be at least 3½”
wide and 5’ long.
Do not rest the boat on the keel rollers. This may dent
the hull.
Be sure to tie the boat snugly with two or three tie down
straps.
Do not over tighten the straps. This will
distort the deck and hull.
