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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:
Cleats
Dive ladder
Bimini Top hardware
Rubrail
Windshield
Bow and transom eyes
Head door
Motor mounts
Access and other hatches
Outriggers
Thru hull fittings
Clam shell at the anchor locker
Grab rails
Bow rail stanchions
Rigid T-top or Hard-Top stanchions and supports
Windlass
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 for more details
(
http://www.wolfwire.com/tefgel/frameset.htm
).
Ivory Soap
and clean warm water – no cross contamination
Lysol Foaming Cleaner
Works well for cleaning gelcoat, vinyl and Formica.
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