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Fitting Out After Storage
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Check entire fuel system for loose fittings, leaks and damage.
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Clean battery terminals; install battery(s), and coat terminals with a deoxidizing agent.
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Check all thru hull fittings and hoses for obstructions, water tightness and condition.
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Test all lights for proper operation.
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Check wiring, terminal blocks and plugs for loose connections and corrosion.
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Verify switch and equipment operation.
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Check line condition. Inspect anchor and rope.
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Clean out any debris from bilge and cockpit.
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Flush water systems.
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Install hull drain plug.
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Verify operation of equipment before leaving dock.
Resealing
In the heat and sun, silicone and sealant can degrade over time. We recommend that you reseal around
everything that comes in contact with the deck or hull with a high quality silicone such as 3M 5200 sealant
annually. This includes but is not limited to the following:
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Cleats
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Dive ladder
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Bimini top hardware
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Rubrail
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Windshield
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Bow and transom eyes
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Windlass
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Motor mounts
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Access and other hatches
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Grab rails
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Thru hull fittings
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Clam shell at the anchor locker
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Head door
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Bow rail stanchions
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Rigid T-top stanchions and supports
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Outriggers
Additional Cleaning and Maintenance Products
Flitz
- For use on brass, copper, stainless steel, chrome, silver, gold, pewter, nickel, factory gun bluing, bonze,
platinum, tin, aluminum, magnesium, anodized aluminum, painted surfaces, fiberglass, Plexiglas and plastics.
Flitz is available at many marine supply stores, marinas and at Home Depot. For more information on this
product, contact the manufacturer at:
Flitz International Ltd., Waterford, WI 53185, 800-558-8611
Woody Wax
- Can be used on a variety of surfaces such as:
•
Aluminum and Metals – T-tops, tuna towers, anodized aluminum, aluminum, stainless, chrome,
boat trailers, fishing gear, etc.
•
Fiberglass and Non-Skid – Fiberglass, non-skid decks and colored gelcoat.
•
Electrical and Engines – Electrical equipment, electrical connections, wiring harnesses,
outboards, engines.
•
Plastics – Plastic, vinyl seats, Plexiglas.
Be sure to read the manufacturer’s information carefully before using Woody Wax products on any component on
your boat. For more information regarding this product, visit their website at
www.woody-wax.com
.
Tef-Gel
- Bed all SS fasteners that come in contact with aluminum with Tef-Gel to prevent the galvanic corrosion
between these two dissimilar metals. See the Tef-Gel website (
http://www.wolfwire.com/tefgel/frameset.htm
) for
more details.
Ivory Soap
and clean warm water – no cross contamination
Lysol Foaming Cleaner
- Works well for cleaning gelcoat, vinyl and Formica.
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