Pre-trip Checklist:
Trailer wheel bearings – greased
Trailer and tow vehicle tires – correct pressure
Trailer and tow vehicle lights and brakes – operating
Spare tires, jacks, parts – usable
Boat steering mechanism – lubricated
Boat connections and linkages – tight
Tiedowns – secured
Winch line – taut
Winch anti-reverse gear – engaged
Turnbuckle/safety hook – secured
Motor – in traveling position
Coupler – tight
Hitch ball – greased lightly to reduce friction
Safety chains – crossed under trailer tongue and secured
Tongue jack – raised
Boat canvas – down and secured
Boat cover – secured
Boating gear – secured
Registration, proof of insurance, other documentation –
present
8-3
NOTICE
Aluminum Rims – It is very important to re-torque lug nuts to
95 ft. lbs. every 1,000 miles.
