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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
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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/.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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
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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.
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Turning Point Hub Kit: 509
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Compatible with Michigan Wheel® XHS® and Mercury® Flo Torq® hub kits, but greatly increases ease of installation, durability, and shock absorption value.
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WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including LEAD 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.
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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.
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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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D-I-Y Boat Winterizer Engine Flushing System
Quickly and efficiently service inboard/outboard marine engines. The Do-It-Yourself Winterizer allows flushing and preparation of boat engine for winter storage with just five gallons of antifreeze and your flusher. Save time and money season after season. Great for technicians, too. For front mounted raw water pump systems, use the Flush Adapter, sold separately.
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including LEAD 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.
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