As the Fall months creep into our calendars, boat owners in cooler climates acknowledge, with sadness, that it’s time to put the boat away. Outside Storage? It’s a thought and an option but consider that you may be threatened by snow build up, tornadoes or hurricanes. The success of storing your boat outside depends on how well your boat is protected from the conditions outdoors.                          Rinse/Flush Rinsing the outside of your boat and trailer thoroughly with fresh water will remove excess salt. Pay particular attention to your trailer’s leaf springs, wheel hubs and brakes that are constantly submerged during launching and retrieval of your boat. Flush your engine's cooling system with fresh water in line with your engine manufacturer’s salt removal recommendations. This will minimize corrosion and overheating issues come spring. Drain your boat of all water – bilge, head, sink lines, water tanks, sea-cocks, and pipes. If you are in an area with extended periods of freezing, put antifreeze in the low parts if there is still some water present. Salt Watch out for salt. Buy a good salt remover to minimize corrosion. Add fuel stabilizer to top off your fuel tanks. Here is one recommended by CLR Marine. Diesel Formula Fuel Stabilizer & Performance Improver - 32oz *Case of 4* STA-BIL Diesel Formula Fuel Stabilizer is a diesel additive that keeps fuel fresh for quick, easy starts and maximized for engine performance. Designed for use with all diesel engines, and all diesel fuels, Sta-Bil Fuel Stabilizer Diesel formula prevents sludge and sediment formation, cleans and lubricates fuel injectors to improve performance and helps remove water. It is safe to use and recommended for use at every fill up, with the 32 ounce bottle treating up to 320 gallons of fuel. Batteries Remove the batteries from your boat and store in your garage or basement. Batteries should be connected to a battery charger that will give them a good charge and one that w automatically switches to a float/trickle charge to keep your batteries topped up. Match your charger to the type of battery you are charging. Using a charger manufactured for lead acid batteries to charge an AGM (absorbent glass mat) battery will cause damage to the battery. If you choose to keep your batteries in the boat, connect a solar trickle charger. These chargers will keep your batteries topped off without the hassle of removing heavy batteries from your boat. Cleaning Clean the exterior with the proper fiber glass or wood cleaner needed for your boat. Bright work can be cleaned by removing the wood or cleaning it as it is - installed. Be careful to not get the wood cleaner onto the deck surfaces. The exterior should be dried with a chamois cloth. Vinyl seat cushions and backs should be cleaned with vinyl cleaner. Hard surfaces inside the vessel can be wiped with all purpose cleaners. End your cleaning with a coat of wax to the exterior and polish. Don’t forget the bottom paint. Before you store, spend the time to give your boat a thorough cleaning. CLR Marine has many products by trusted brands such as Powerhouse, Davis Instruments, Jabsco, Shurhold, and Swobbit, to help winterize and clean. You will be grateful in the spring during launch time that your boat is already clean as the new boating season begins. Cover Up If you store outside in your yard, driveway, or a boat yard, a boat cover is a must to prevent damage from winter conditions. Leaving your boat in the water is not recommended. The boat is exposed to rough weather, and has a greater possibility of sinking if you aren’t monitoring it often. https://www.clrmarine.com/462m4/boat-outfitting/winter-covers.html and https://www.clrmarine.com/462m4/winterizing.html Circle May 21, 2022, on your calendar. The date is almost ten days before Memorial Day, next year when most harbors open for the season. Start your prep work, tune-ups, sanding, and painting to get out on the water and a great boating season. In the meantime, during the cold winter months, cozy up to the fire and read your boating manuals, new safety regulations and weather information. Fair winds and smooth sailing.   To obtain more information about the products and services mentioned in this article, please get in touch with CLR Marine https://www.clrmarine.com/. _________________________________________________________________________ Award-winning author Cheryl Kuba has been at the helm for more than 30 years sailing the Great Lakes, with side trips to the British Virgin Islands and St. Maarten. She has served as past- Commodore of Great Lakes Fleet 21 -Chicago region. 3happycampers.com ©Copyright Cheryl Kuba, 3happycampers.com, 2021.  

Winterizing Boat Supplies Preparing your boat for winter can take time and effort, but with the right supplies it is much faster and easier. We offer a full range of winterizing boat supplies, including water flushing systems, oil change systems, and more. Come to us for all your winter covers, and de-icers, and make sure you remember your cleaning supplies. Getting your boat clean before you store it away for the cold weather months can help protect the finish and get things going faster in the springtime. We offer options for battery management, along with trailer winches and other trailer accessories.   If you need heaters/dehumidifiers to protect your boat while it is being stored in the wintertime, we can help with that, as well. And be sure you remember to pick up any repair manuals you might need. The winter months are a great time to work on your boat, so it will be ready when the weather warms up and boating season begins again. With the right winterizing boat supplies and cleaning options from brands like Powerhouse, Davis Instruments, Jabsco, Shurhold, Swobbit, and more, you will be on your way to thoroughly protecting your boat when the temperature drops.

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CLR Marine Winterizing Specials   Don't miss out on CLR Marine's Winterizing Sale. Save on your winterizing needs on select products from Caframo, CE Smith, BoatBuckle, Bulldog, Powerhouse, Davis Instruments, DMC, Boatsafe, Xtreme Heaters and ProMariner.   Sale is valid October 1st until October 31st or while supplies last.                Closeouts     Rebates    Remanufactured    Specials  

CLR Marine Winterizing Specials   Don't miss out on CLR Marine's Winterizing Sale. Save on your winterizing needs on select products from Caframo, CE Smith, BoatBuckle, Bulldog, Powerhouse, Davis Instruments, DMC, Boatsafe, Xtreme Heaters and ProMariner.   Sale is valid October 1st until October 31st or while supplies last.                Closeouts     Rebates    Remanufactured    Specials    

CLR Marine Winterizing Specials   Don't miss out on CLR Marine's Winterizing Sale. Save on your winterizing needs on select products from Caframo, CE Smith, BoatBuckle, Bulldog, Powerhouse, Davis Instruments, DMC, Boatsafe, Xtreme Heaters and ProMariner.   Sale is valid October 1st until October 31st or while supplies last.                Closeouts     Rebates    Remanufactured    Specials  

Urgent- Boat Dehumidifier Recall -Urgent   Units About 2.2 million in the United States and 52,500 in Canada Description This recall involves 20, 25, 30, 40, 45, 50, 65 and 70-pint dehumidifiers with brand names Danby, De'Longhi, Fedders, Fellini, Frigidaire, Gree, Kenmore, Norpole, Premiere, Seabreeze, SoleusAir and SuperClima.  Recalled model numbers and date codes are listed below. The brand name and the pint capacity are printed on the front of the dehumidifier. The model number and date code are printed on a sticker on the back, front or side of the unit. The dehumidifiers are white, beige, gray or black plastic and measure between 19 and 24 inches tall, 13 and 15 inches wide, and 9 and 11 inches deep.    Danby or Premiere Model number Capacity Date code range    DDR3011 30-pint All units DDR30P 30-pint All units DDR4511 45-pint All units DDR45P         45-pint             All units DDR6511       65-pint All units DDR65CHP   65-pint             All units De'Longhi or SuperClima Model number           Capacity         Date code range DDSE30  30-pint All units  DDSE40 40-pint All units DG50  50-pint All units Fedders Model number Capacity         Date code range FEDH-MAH030-C15 30-pint             All units FEDH-MAH070-C15 70-pint All units Fellini Model number Capacity Date code range 13-06030         50-pint All units 13-06031         70-pint             All units Frigidaire Model number Pint capacity Date code range FDB30R1 30-pint 01/07 through 09/08 FDB50R1 50-pint 01/07 through 09/08 FDB70R1 70-pint 01/07 through 09/08 FDD25S1 25-pint 01/07 through 09/08 FDF50S1 50-pint 01/07 through 09/08 FDF70S1 70-pint             01/07 through 09/08 FDL30R1 30-pint             01/07 through 09/08 FDL50R1 50-pint 01/07 through 09/08 FDL50S1 50-pint 01/07 through 09/08 FDL70R1 70-pint 01/07 through 09/08 FDL70S1 70-pint             01/07 through 09/08 FDM30R1 30-pint             01/07 through 09/08 FDR30S1 30-pint             01/07 through 09/08 Gree Model number   Capacity         Date code range    13-06090         30-pint             All units 13-06091         45-pint All units 13-06092         50-pint             All units 13-06093         70-pint             All units GDN20AH-K4EAB1A 20-pint             All units GDN20AH-K5EBB3A 20-pint             All units GDN30AE-A3EBA8A 30-pint All units GDN30AH-A4EBB1A 30-pint All units GDN40AH-A4EBB1A 40-pint             All units GDN45AH-A3EBB2A 45-pint             All units GDN50AF-A3EBA8A 50-pint             All units  GDN50AF-A3EBA8B 50-pint             All units GDN70AF-A3EBA8A 70-pint             All units GDN70AF-A3EBB3A 70-pint All units GDN70AI-A3EBB2A            70-pint             All units GDNE30AEBA1A8A            30-pint             All units GDNE40AEBA1A8A 40-Pint            All units GDNE50AFBA1A8A            50-pint All units GDNE65AFBA1A8A 65-pint All units Kenmore Model number Capacity         Date code range         407.52301210 30-pint             2012-04 through 2012-09 407.52501210 50-pint             2012-04 through 2012-09 407.52701210 70-pint             2012-04 through 2012-09 407.52702210 70-pint             2012-04 through 2012-08 Norpole Model number Capacity         Date code range NPDH30PG 30-pint             All units Seabreeze Model number Capacity Date code range DH450S 50-pint             All units DH470S 70-pint All units SoleusAir Model Number Capacity         Date code range CFM-25E 25-pint             All units CFM-40E 40-pint All units   DPI-30-03 30-pint All units   DPI-40-03 40-pint All units   DPI-50-03 50-pint All units   DPI-50-30A 50-pint All units DPI-70-03 70-pint All Units   GL-DEH-30-1            30-pint 1211 through 0612      GL-DEH-45-2            45-pint 1211 through 0612 GL-DEH-50-2L2 50-pint 1211 through 0612 GL-DEH-50-2Q2 50-pint 1211 through 0612 GL-DEH-70-2S2 70-pint             1211 through 0612 GL-DEH-70P-2S2 70-pint 0112 through 0612 GM-DEH-30M-1L2 30-pint 010512 through 061412 GM-DEH-30M-1R2 30-pint             010512 through 061412 GM-DEH-45-1 45-pint 122511 through 062112 GM-DEH-70-1S2 70-pint 010512 through 062112 SG-DEH-25-4 25-pint 032711 through 081712 SG-DEH-30-2 30-pint 032711 through 050712 SG-DEH-30B-1 30-pint 011210 through 041310 SG-DEH-30M-1 30-pint 010210 through 071512 SG-DEH-30M-1A 30-pint 121510 through 111011 SG-DEH-30M-1L2 30-pint 010510 through 071512 SG-DEH-30M-1R2 30-pint             010510 through 071512 SG-DEH-45-1 45-pint             010210 through 071512 SG-DEH-45-1A 45-pint 121510 through 111011 SG-DEH-45-2 45-pint             032711 through 050712 SG-DEH-50-2 50-pint 010712 through 010712 SG-DEH-70-1 70-pint             010210 through 071512 SG-DEH-70-1A 70-pint             121510 through 111011 SG-DEH-70-2 70-pint 032711 through 050712 SG-DEH-70-2S2 70-pint 032711 through 050712 Incidents/Injuries The firms have received reports of 325 incidents, including 71 fires and $2,725,000 in property damage.  Remedy Consumers should immediately turn off and unplug the dehumidifiers and contact Gree to receive a refund. Sold at AAFES, HH Gregg, Home Depot, Kmart, Lowe's, Menards, Mills Fleet Farm, Sam's Club, Sears and other stores nationwide and in Canada, and online at Amazon.com and Ebay.com, from January 2005 through August 2013 for between $110 and $400. Importer Airwell of France; CNA of Wood Dale, Ill.; Danby of Ontario, Canada;  De'Longhi of Italy; Frigidaire, of Charlotte, N.C.; Gree USA Sales Ltd. of City of Industry, Calif.; IRP of Pineville, N.C.; MJC America Ltd. dba Soleus International Inc. of Walnut, Calif.; and Sunrise of Quebec, Canada. Manufacturer Gree Electric Appliances, of China Manufactured in China The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission is charged with protecting the public from unreasonable risks of injury or death associated with the use of thousands of types of consumer products under the agency's jurisdiction. Deaths, injuries, and property damage from consumer product incidents cost the nation more than $1 trillion annually. CPSC is committed to protecting consumers and families from products that pose a fire, electrical, chemical or mechanical hazard. CPSC's work to help ensure the safety of consumer products - such as toys, cribs, power tools, cigarette lighters and household chemicals -– contributed to a decline in the rate of deaths and injuries associated with consumer products over the past 40 years. Federal law bars any person from selling products subject to a publicly-announced voluntary recall by a manufacturer or a mandatory recall ordered by the Commission. To report a dangerous product or a product-related injury go online to www.SaferProducts.gov or call CPSC's Hotline at (800) 638-2772 or teletypewriter at (301) 595-7054 for the hearing impaired. Consumers can obtain news release and recall information at www.cpsc.gov, on Twitter @OnSafety or by subscribing to CPSC's free e-mail newsletters.  

It's that time again when Old Man Winter is shortening or ending our sailing season. Maybe you store your boat in a garage, barn, or at a marina. Now is the time to brush up on safe and useful storage tips.   1. When packing up, clean your electronics with a microfiber cloth by wiping down buttons and screens. A soft cloth is recommended with bottled water to clean screens that may have been stained by saltwater. Screen cleaners will not do the job. You may want to document the wiring so that installation is easy when you are ready to launch.   2. Drain your boat of all water – bilge, head, sink lines, water tanks, sea-cocks, and pipes. If you are in an area with extended periods of freezing, put antifreeze in the low parts if there is still some water present.   3. Remove all batteries. Charge your batteries, clean the terminals, and put a light coat of grease on the terminals. Store your batteries in a warm, dry place. Not in the boat.   4. Winterize the engine: Use fresh water to flush the engine, including the cooling system, to remove corrosion, dirt, salt, and residue Refill the cooling system with antifreeze. Warm up the engine to loosen impurities. Replace the oil and filters. Look for the residue of old oil. Remove and store all belts.   5. Fill the engine with gas and stabilizer. Run the engine for 15 minutes so that the mixture reaches the engine. If your engine uses E-10 fuel, take extra care in that it absorbs moisture ten times more than typical gasoline. (source: trailervalet.com).   6. A thorough cleaning of the boat before you store is a must, whether you have a small fishing boat or a six-cabin yacht. Soap and water will do a thorough job. Clean lockers, refrigerators, coolers, sinks, and cushions. Open all and allow to dry before you store. Next, clean the entire outside from bow to stern. End your cleaning with a coat of wax to the exterior and polish. Leaving a clean boat will make the launch process a lot easier when it's time.   7. Keeping mold and mildew at bay: Mildew comes from humidity. The best way to reduce humidity is ventilation. Although some skippers button up their boats to be airtight for the winter, there has to be some ventilation source. Use products that absorb moisture such as Damp Rid or purchase a dehumidifier such as Eva-Dry Mini Dehumidifiers. Find and seal any leaks and keep the boat clean. Cover the boat with either shrink wrap or a boat cover.   8. Shrinkwrap or a canvas boat cover? Ratings and opinions from the Hull Truth Boating Forum suggest that canvas covers are a better option for durability and cost. The canvas covers can be used season after season. With shrink wrap covers, there is the cost of installation every year. One source said if you are north of Boston, shrink wrapping is preferable because snow will slide right off the plastic wrap, versus weighing down the canvas. Contributors also felt the boat stays cleaner with shrink wrap.      Remove boat cushions, or not? The jury is out about removing boat cushions. Many skippers remove all cushions and bedding. Others spray the cushion bottoms with anti-mold spray. If keeping cabin cushions on the boat, stand them up on end to reduce the chance of mold. Most important is to keep as much moisture out of the cabin, as mentioned above.   Do everything you can to keep your boat critter-free during the winter. Lock all windows. Many small, rabid animals, especially raccoons, are looking for a warm place to nest for the winter. Raccoons are drawn by any food left in boats and will chew carpeting and cushions. Once inside a locked boat, they have no way to exit since they have most likely fallen from an open window. The messes they leave, including their waste, can be very unpleasant and a costly wake-up call in the spring. Keep mice out by plugging up scuppers and vents. Many skippers use Dryer Fresh Cab rodent repellent hoping the strong scent will repel rodents.   Circle Saturday, May 22, 2021, on your calendar. That is almost ten days before Memorial Day, next year when most harbors open for the season. Start your prep work, tune-ups, sanding, and painting to get out on the water for a great boating season.   Fair Winds. Smooth Sailing     To obtain more information about the products and services mentioned in this article, please contact CLR Marine https://www.clrmarine.com/. __________________________________________________________________________ Award-winning author Cheryl Kuba has been at the helm for more than 30 years sailing the Great Lakes, with side trips to the British Virgin Islands and St. Maarten. She has served as past- Commodore of Great Lakes Fleet 21 -Chicago region. 3happycampers.com ©Copyright Cheryl Kuba, 3happycampers.com    

Winterizing Your Boat      When the boating season is winding down, it's time to start thinking about protecting your valuable recreational asset. The time and effort you spend now will have a definite effect on your boat's performance, or lack of it, and certainly save you time, effort and money come spring. You should remember that your insurance policy may not cover damage done by lack of maintenance or neglect.   The best place for your boat to be during the winter is out of the water, under cover, in a climate-controlled boat storage area. This, however, can be expensive. If don't have this option perhaps you should consider shrink-wrapping your boat. This, too, is a little expensive but provides a very protective cover. Short of these two items, make sure that your boat is well covered with a tarp or some other sturdy cover. Your first step in winterizing should be to make a checklist of all items that need to be accomplished. Check the owner's manual of both your boat and motor for manufacturer's recommendations on winterization. If you are a new boat owner, perhaps you should employ the assistance of a friend with experience in winterizing or hire a professional to do the job.   CLR Marine sells the winterizing products you will need for winter storage and regular maintence of your boat.         Specials   Closeouts    Remanufactured    Rebates            

Quick Release Bracket for 450W & 600W Heaters Install and Remove your Xtreme Heater FAST! Driven by customer demand, our quick-release bracket was designed specifically for your Xtreme heater and allows you to easily install and remove your heater(s) in seconds, without the need for tools. Using this bracket, your mounting options include locations you may not have considered due to concern for blocked access to other components in your tight engine space. For our customers who prefer to leave their heater(s) in place only during the winter months, THIS is the accessory you've been asking for. The quick-release bracket makes it simple to remove the heater for the boating season, leaving just the low-profile bracket installed and ready to go. When winter returns, lock it down, and plug it in! Features: Built Xtreme Tough, anodized aluminum construction will not corrode Provides easy off-season storage, for quick access to engine spaces Works on ALL Xtreme Heaters built after 2004 Quickly Install and Remove your Heater Without Tools! One Year Warranty

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Quick Release Bracket for 300W Heater  Install and Remove your Xtreme Heater FAST! Driven by customer demand, our quick-release bracket was designed specifically for your Xtreme heater and allows you to easily install and remove your heater(s) in seconds, without the need for tools. Using this bracket, your mounting options include locations you may not have considered due to concern for blocked access to other components in your tight engine space. For our customers who prefer to leave their heater(s) in place only during the winter months, THIS is the accessory you've been asking for. The quick-release bracket makes it simple to remove the heater for the boating season, leaving just the low-profile bracket installed and ready to go. When winter returns, lock it down, and plug it in! Features: Built Xtreme Tough, anodized aluminum construction will not corrode Provides easy off-season storage, for quick access to engine spaces Works on ALL Xtreme Heaters built after 2004 Quickly Install and Remove your Heater Without Tools! One Year Warranty

  CLR Marine October - Get Ready for Winter Specials   Save on all of your winter prep necessities with select products from ProMariner, Marinco, Blue Sea, Johnson Pump, CE Smith, Jabsco, SHURFLO, Meguiar's, Swobbit, Mothers Polish, Shurhold, Davis, DMC, Powerhouse, Fulton, Bulldog, BoatBuckle, CargoBuckle, Tow Ready, Pro Series, Fulton, Reese, TACO, Attwood, Xtreme Heaters, BoatSafe, Caframo, Deeper, Humminbird and StrikeMaster.       *The October Winter Prep Specials are valid now until October 31st, 2016. Closeout items are valid while supplies last.             Specials   Closeouts    Remanufactured    Rebates

  CLR Marine October - Get Ready for Winter Specials   Save on all of your winter prep necessities with select products from ProMariner, Marinco, Blue Sea, Johnson Pump, CE Smith, Jabsco, SHURFLO, Meguiar's, Swobbit, Mothers Polish, Shurhold, Davis, DMC, Powerhouse, Fulton, Bulldog, BoatBuckle, CargoBuckle, Tow Ready, Pro Series, Fulton, Reese, TACO, Attwood, Xtreme Heaters, BoatSafe, Caframo, Deeper, Humminbird and StrikeMaster.       *The October Winter Prep Specials are valid now until October 31st, 2016. Closeout items are valid while supplies last.             Specials   Closeouts    Remanufactured    Rebates

Congratulations!  You've made it through the heart of the boating season.  You survived the demands of the early spring and Memorial Day, you kept your head above water during the busy summer and 4th of July, and now you've just gotten through the last major boating holiday of the season, Labor Day.  You might think now is a good time to relax and take it easy... and you would be wrong!   That's because now it's time to prepare for the winter.  Your customers need their boats properly winterized to prevent harmful damage during the cold months of the year.  You'll need to stock up on plenty of supplies, like impellers, filters and more.  And we can help.  CLR Marine is stocked and ready to provide you with all of the necessary parts and supplies you will need for winterizing.   Send Page to Friend