Actuator Lower Hinge WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals which are known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to P65Warnings.ca.gov. This product may not be returned to the original point of purchase. Please contact the manufacturer directly with any issues or concerns.

Actuator Lower Hinge w/Pin WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals which are known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to P65Warnings.ca.gov. This product may not be returned to the original point of purchase. Please contact the manufacturer directly with any issues or concerns.

Actuator Lower Hinge Pin WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals which are known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to P65Warnings.ca.gov. This product may not be returned to the original point of purchase. Please contact the manufacturer directly with any issues or concerns.

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.  

Boat Outfitting Equipment and Supplies When it comes time for outfitting your boat, you can get all your boating supplies and boating accessories from us. You will never need to go anywhere else for your boat outfitting, because we have all the boat supplies you need. If you're looking for anchors/chain/rope, anodes, antifouling systems or boarding ladders, we have you covered. We can also offer you a selection of bottom paint and bow thrusters to choose from. You may also want cleaning supplies that offer deck/galley options so you can get your boat sparkling and ready to enjoy. We also have display mounts and docking accessories to complete your outfitting needs.

BOLT Adjustable Actuator Kit Less Tabs (Relay Module Not Included) The BOLTBLTADJ is an electric kit designed for customers who will be utilizing their existing tabs and will be adding a helm control equipped with trim tab position indicators.  Items included are (2) 12V BOLT electric adjustable upper hinge actuators with 6-ft. cables and waterproof connectors, (2) 20-ft.wire harnesses with waterproof connectors, (2) Bennett style upper and lower hinges, (2) Lenco style upper and lower hinges, hardware and manual. This product may not be returned to the original point of purchase. Please contact the manufacturer directly with any issues or concerns.

Hinge Plate Only for 24" Tab Bennett trim tab hinge plates are made of high-quality 304 stainless steel and remain strong and rigid, even in the most demanding environments. Hinge plates can be purchased individually, but they typically make up a trim plane assembly. Features: This hinge plate is only for a 24" tab This product may not be returned to the original point of purchase. Please contact the manufacturer directly with any issues or concerns.

Boat Leveler to Bennett Actuator Conversion Kit - Hydraulic to Hydraulic Bennett Marine's V351CK conversion kit replaces Boat Leveler cylinders with Bennett though-hull fittings. Kit includes: 2 hydraulic cylinders and all hardware to convert your system 2 stainless steel conversion brackets 8 1/4-20 x 1/2 machine screws 4 1/4-20 x 3/4 wood screws 2 3" pipe nipples 2 female barb fittings 2 actuators WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals which are known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to P65Warnings.ca.gov. This product may not be returned to the original point of purchase. Please contact the manufacturer directly with any issues or concerns.

Raritan HINGES Toilet Seat+Cover Hinge Set

Bennett Trim Tabs on Sale in April at CLR Marine       Bennett Trim Tab Kit with Euro-Style Rocker Switch Now until April 30, 2012, Bennett Trim Tab Kits are on sale with an additional 10% off on all sets with Euro controls. Bennett Standard Trim Tab Kits are ideal for cruisers who want to optimize performance over a broad range of sea conditions. The Euro-Style Rocker Switch is included with these trim tab sets. Kits are complete with all the necessary components for installation.     Bennett Trim Tab Kit with Electronic Indicator Control (EIC) Bennett Trim Tab EIC Sets have been discounted for 2012 - that's a 25% savings on the cost of an EIC5000 when purchased in the set. These kits contain two stainless steel trim tabs, two preasembled actuators with sensors, a hydraulic power unit, Electronic Indicator Control (EIC) all necessary wiring, tubing, hardware and installation instructions. 3-in-1: : The Electronic Indicator Control saves space on the helm by combining three features into one sophisticated control - the popular Bennett rocker switch control, trim tab indicator and the Auto Tab Retractor. Water resistant, highly accurate and features variable intensity LEDs for night or day. The Auto Tab Retractor automatically retracts the tabs when the boat's ignition is turned off. This especially protects trailered or dry storage boats from getting trim tab damage during storing, hauling and trailering.     Bennett Trim Tab AC3000 Keypad ATC-Ready: The EIC is also designed to connect easily with another innovative product, the Auto Tab Control (ATC). The ATC plugs right into the EIC Relay Module, interacting directly with the trim tab system to automatically monitor and maintain the perfect cruising attitude. The result is an optimum ride and significant fuel savings.     The Bennett Advantage: A trim tab system that is quiet, responsive, low-maintenance, and a great long-term value, with a 5-year warranty that Bennett stands behind without hassles or headaches.

Bennett RetroFit Kit We make the best boats better!™ Lenco Marine Electric RetroFit Kit for Bennett Trim Tabs Upgrade your boat with the latest trim tab technology - trouble-free, high performance Lenco electric actuators. Easy installation: Use existing Bennett trim planes, lower bracket and switch Use all existing mounting holes Lenco RetroFit Kit includes: 2 electric actuators 2 upper mounting brackets Switch wiring kit All mounting hardware Features: Lenco wire feeds through existing oil line hole in transom Lenco upper mounting bracket fits existing Bennett mounting holes Existing Bennett trim tab plane and hinge Existing Bennett lower bracket Just 4 Simple Steps: Remove Bennett actuators, and install Lenco upper mounting brackets on transom Feed Lenco wires through holes in brackets and through existing oil line holes in transom Mount Lenco actuators on to new upper brackets and existing Bennett lower brackets Connect Lenco actuator wires to existing harness. WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including di(2-ethylhexyl)phthalate (dehp) which is known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to P65Warnings.ca.gov. This product may not be returned to the original point of purchase. Please contact the manufacturer directly with any issues or concerns.

Bennett RetroFit Kit We make the best boats better!™ Lenco Marine Electric RetroFit Kit for Bennett Trim Tabs Upgrade your boat with the latest trim tab technology - trouble-free, high performance Lenco electric actuators. Easy installation: Use existing Bennett trim planes, lower bracket and switch Use all existing mounting holes Lenco RetroFit Kit includes: 2 electric actuators 2 upper mounting brackets Switch wiring kit All mounting hardware Features: Lenco wire feeds through existing oil line hole in transom Lenco upper mounting bracket fits existing Bennett mounting holes Existing Bennett trim tab plane and hinge Existing Bennett lower bracket Just 4 Simple Steps: Remove Bennett actuators, and install Lenco upper mounting brackets on transom Feed Lenco wires through holes in brackets and through existing oil line holes in transom Mount Lenco actuators on to new upper brackets and existing Bennett lower brackets Connect Lenco actuator wires to existing harness. WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including di(2-ethylhexyl)phthalate (dehp) which is known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to P65Warnings.ca.gov. This product may not be returned to the original point of purchase. Please contact the manufacturer directly with any issues or concerns.

Several of our most recent blogs have been about emergencies while on board. This blog presents probably the most critical type of emergency and rescue in the form of airlift by a helicopter from your boat to shore. A helicopter is brought in when this is the only way to immediate safety and medical services.     Two events prompt evacuation by helicopter: Weather so severe that you will perish without removal, and a medical emergency where time is critical.   First, your VHF radio must be tuned to Channel 16 at high volume. When you make the emergency call for the helicopter, know your position. The helicopter pilot will give instructions as to what your course heading should be, and your speed. Clear your deck of any loose items that could blow into the water or create problems, such as coolers, soda cans, garbage cans, buckets, towels, jackets, etc. Lower all antennas, if possible. If you are on a sailboat, all sails should be lowered and secured.   The only passengers on deck should be the one rescued and those who can help. All others should be below.   Important things, every skipper should know. 1. The helicopter pilot sits in the starboard seat, and the retrieving cable is launched from the starboard side of the helicopter. 2. No spotlights or flares are launched or shined in the direction of the aircraft.   Your boat and the helicopter work better when both are aligned and underway on the same heading. If the boat engine is not working, then the vessel should still be set to the course indicated by the helicopter pilot.   Follow through with all instructions from the helicopter pilot before the helicopter is overhead. Once the aircraft is overhead, be prepared for extreme noise and windy conditions. At this point, the only signals from boat to helicopter will be hand signals because of the noise.   When an item is lowered from the helicopter – a static discharge cable is usally attached to the, stretcher, hook, or equipment – the spinning blades act like a generator and can generate thousands of volts of electricity into the cable. To avoid an electrical shock, let the static discharge cable touch down on the boat or in the water before touching it.    If the helicopter is lowering a person, the person may be lowered directly to the boat. Another way to lower a person or item to the vessel is with a high wire safely flown to the vessel's deck, and then the equipment will be lowered. Never secure a cable to the boat that is directly attached to the helicopter. If an ill or injured person is being secured into a gurney on deck, the helicopter will move away until the individual is ready to be hoisted up.   In extreme weather where the entire crew needs to be evacuated, know that the boat will be lost. There won't be anyone from the rescue squad that will be bringing the boat back to shore.   Rescue by helicopter is most likely a life and death situation. Remain calm. Listen to the directions of the emergency personnel. Review safety instructions with all visitors to your boat.   Fair winds. Smooth sailing.   ---------------------------------------------------------------------------   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   To obtain more information about the products and services mentioned in this article, please contact CLR Marine https://www.clrmarine.com/.  

SLT Self-Leveling Tabs for Small Boats Good things come in small packages. Now you can have the durability of a Bennett trim tab system with a simple, quick and easy installation. There is nothing to do inside the boat - only the mounting of two actuators and two tabs at the transom. It's an affordable, simple solution for small boats. The SLT uses some of the same high-quality, proven materials and durable design used in Bennett standard systems for more than 50 years. Your SLT kit includes: Two 14-gauge stainless steel trim tab assemblies with Bennett's exclusive interlocking hinge Two strong and flexible composite actuators All stainless steel hardware - no plastic! Bennett's no-hassle 5-year warranty on All Components With the SLT, you can get on plane quickly, improve your hole shot, reduce engine laboring, improve fuel efficiency and eliminate porpoising. The SLT reacts instantly to boat speed and water pressure by adding trim when it's needed. You get a better ride while the SLT does all the work. It's a value that can't be beat - a quality, durable system that's quick and easy to install and backed by the best customer service you will experience anywhere. Tab Size: 6" x 8" Boat Size: up to 16' WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals which are known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to P65Warnings.ca.gov. This product may not be returned to the original point of purchase. Please contact the manufacturer directly with any issues or concerns.

SLT Self-Leveling Tabs for Small Boats Good things come in small packages. Now you can have the durability of a Bennett trim tab system with a simple, quick and easy installation. There is nothing to do inside the boat - only the mounting of two actuators and two tabs at the transom. It's an affordable, simple solution for small boats. The SLT uses some of the same high-quality, proven materials and durable design used in Bennett standard systems for more than 50 years. Your SLT kit includes: Two 14-gauge stainless steel trim tab assemblies with Bennett's exclusive interlocking hinge Two strong and flexible composite actuators All stainless steel hardware - no plastic! Bennett's no-hassle 5-year warranty on All Components With the SLT, you can get on plane quickly, improve your hole shot, reduce engine laboring, improve fuel efficiency and eliminate porpoising. The SLT reacts instantly to boat speed and water pressure by adding trim when it's needed. You get a better ride while the SLT does all the work. It's a value that can't be beat - a quality, durable system that's quick and easy to install and backed by the best customer service you will experience anywhere. Tab Size: 10" x 10" Boat Size: 17' - 20' WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals which are known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to P65Warnings.ca.gov. This product may not be returned to the original point of purchase. Please contact the manufacturer directly with any issues or concerns.