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When cold weather has arrived or if you will be placing your boat in stor-
age for a longer period of time, we suggest using the following guide-
lines to prepare it for storage. If you live in an area that does not require
seasonal storage, we recommend a thorough inspection once a year.
LIFTING THE BOAT
With fiberglass boats, severe gelcoat crazing or more serious hull dam-
age can occur during launching and hauling if pressure is created on
the gunwales. Flat, wide belting-type slings and spreaders long enough
to keep pressure from the gunwales are necessary. Cable-type slings
should be avoided. Never hoist the boat with more than a small
amount of water in the bilge.
A Comment from Seaswirl: If you are going to lift your boat, we
recommend that you use your trailer. Your dealer or a marina also has
the equipment and the knowledge required to lift the boat out of the
water.
PREPARATION FOR STORAGE
Trailer
When you are preparing the boat for winter storage, it’s also a good
time to check the trailer thoroughly.
Check the electrical system for wear or loose connections, and repair if
necessary. Open tail light lenses and inspect bulbs and sockets for
excessive rust and corrosion. Coat metal base of bulb with a die-elec-
tric grease or spray with WD-40.
Clean and repack the wheel bearings. Make sure there is no water in
the wheel hubs. Inspect the bearings and races for pitting. Inspect the
grease seals for wear. Replace if necessary and fill the bearings with
grease. While the wheels are removed, inspect and adjust the brake
system according to the manufacturer’s recommendations. Look inside
brakes for excessive rust.
Examine the entire trailer and running gear for signs of cracking or
metal fatigue. Repair weld cracks, and tighten any loose bolts and
screws. Check the frame for signs of bending or swaying due to over-
loading. If rust has formed on the trailer, remove it by sanding and
paint the bare spots to match the trailer. Repair or replace worn or mis-
adjusted bunks or rollers.
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WINTER LAYUP AND STORAGE
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