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.  

Single Lever Top Mount Control w/Neutral Lock & Trim Switch - Black In the twin engine installation a single switch will operate both trims. With a focus on efficiency these controls have been specifically designed to improve the functionality of control systems, making the boat easier to control. Single lever / dual action control to operate both with throttle and shift. Suitable for any type of boats with outboard, inboard or I/O power plants. Features: Enables easy and safe shifting by preventing accidental gear engagement unless engine is idling Chrome plated high resistance ABS housing control with die cast chrome plated levers Push in button disengages shift for warm-up X12 neutral safety switch which prevents in-gear starting (optional) Exceeds EN ISO 11547 standards when X12 safety switch is installed For use with all Ultraflex control cables except C4: C14 and MACH14 cables require no kit for C2, C8 and MACHZero cables the connection kit K59 - 40144C is included C5, C16 and MACH5 cables require K60 Kit - 40145E C36 and MACH36 cables require K62 Kit - 40157J C22 cable requires K61 Kit - 40146G

Single Lever Top Mount Control w/Neutral Lock & Trim Switch - Chrome In the twin engine installation a single switch will operate both trims. With a focus on efficiency these controls have been specifically designed to improve the functionality of control systems, making the boat easier to control. Single lever / dual action control to operate both with throttle and shift. Suitable for any type of boats with outboard, inboard or I/O power plants. Features: Enables easy and safe shifting by preventing accidental gear engagement unless engine is idling Chrome plated high resistance ABS housing control with die cast chrome plated levers Push in button disengages shift for warm-up X12 neutral safety switch which prevents in-gear starting (optional) Exceeds EN ISO 11547 standards when X12 safety switch is installed For use with all Ultraflex control cables except C4: C14 and MACH14 cables require no kit for C2, C8 and MACHZero cables the connection kit K59 - 40144C is included C5, C16 and MACH5 cables require K60 Kit - 40145E C36 and MACH36 cables require K62 Kit - 40157J C22 cable requires K61 Kit - 40146G

Single Lever Top Mount Control w/Neutral Lock - No Trim Switch - Black In the twin engine installation a single switch will operate both trims. With a focus on efficiency these controls have been specifically designed to improve the functionality of control systems, making the boat easier to control. Single lever / dual action control to operate both with throttle and shift. Suitable for any type of boats with outboard, inboard or I/O power plants. Features: Enables easy and safe shifting by preventing accidental gear engagement unless engine is idling Chrome plated high resistance ABS housing control with die cast chrome plated levers Push in button disengages shift for warm-up X12 neutral safety switch which prevents in-gear starting (optional) Exceeds EN ISO 11547 standards when X12 safety switch is installed For use with all Ultraflex control cables except C4: C14 and MACH14 cables require no kit for C2, C8 and MACHZero cables the connection kit K59 - 40144C is included C5, C16 and MACH5 cables require K60 Kit - 40145E C36 and MACH36 cables require K62 Kit - 40157J C22 cable requires K61 Kit - 40146G

Single Lever Top Mount Control w/Neutral Lock - No Trim Switch - Chrome In the twin engine installation a single switch will operate both trims. With a focus on efficiency these controls have been specifically designed to improve the functionality of control systems, making the boat easier to control. Single lever / dual action control to operate both with throttle and shift. Suitable for any type of boats with outboard, inboard or I/O power plants. Features: Enables easy and safe shifting by preventing accidental gear engagement unless engine is idling Chrome plated high resistance ABS housing control with die cast chrome plated levers Push in button disengages shift for warm-up X12 neutral safety switch which prevents in-gear starting (optional) Exceeds EN ISO 11547 standards when X12 safety switch is installed For use with all Ultraflex control cables except C4: C14 and MACH14 cables require no kit for C2, C8 and MACHZero cables the connection kit K59 - 40144C is included C5, C16 and MACH5 cables require K60 Kit - 40145E C36 and MACH36 cables require K62 Kit - 40157J C22 cable requires K61 Kit - 40146G

Twin Lever Top Mount Control w/Neutral Lock & Trim Switch - Black In the twin engine installation a single switch will operate both trims. With a focus on efficiency these controls have been specifically designed to improve the functionality of control systems, making the boat easier to control. Single lever / dual action control to operate both with throttle and shift. Suitable for any type of boats with outboard, inboard or I/O power plants. Features: Enables easy and safe shifting by preventing accidental gear engagement unless engine is idling Chrome plated high resistance ABS housing control with die cast chrome plated levers Push in button disengages shift for warm-up X12 neutral safety switch which prevents in-gear starting (optional) Exceeds EN ISO 11547 standards when X12 safety switch is installed For use with all Ultraflex control cables except C4: C14 and MACH14 cables require no kit for C2, C8 and MACHZero cables the connection kit K59 - 40144C is included C5, C16 and MACH5 cables require K60 Kit - 40145E C36 and MACH36 cables require K62 Kit - 40157J C22 cable requires K61 Kit - 40146G

Twin Lever Top Mount Control w/Neutral Lock & Trim Switch - Chrome In the twin engine installation a single switch will operate both trims. With a focus on efficiency these controls have been specifically designed to improve the functionality of control systems, making the boat easier to control. Single lever / dual action control to operate both with throttle and shift. Suitable for any type of boats with outboard, inboard or I/O power plants. Features: Enables easy and safe shifting by preventing accidental gear engagement unless engine is idling Chrome plated high resistance ABS housing control with die cast chrome plated levers Push in button disengages shift for warm-up X12 neutral safety switch which prevents in-gear starting (optional) Exceeds EN ISO 11547 standards when X12 safety switch is installed For use with all Ultraflex control cables except C4: C14 and MACH14 cables require no kit for C2, C8 and MACHZero cables the connection kit K59 - 40144C is included C5, C16 and MACH5 cables require K60 Kit - 40145E C36 and MACH36 cables require K62 Kit - 40157J C22 cable requires K61 Kit - 40146G

Twin Lever Top Mount Control w/Neutral Lock - No Trim Switch - Black In the twin engine installation a single switch will operate both trims. With a focus on efficiency these controls have been specifically designed to improve the functionality of control systems, making the boat easier to control. Single lever / dual action control to operate both with throttle and shift. Suitable for any type of boats with outboard, inboard or I/O power plants. Features: Enables easy and safe shifting by preventing accidental gear engagement unless engine is idling Chrome plated high resistance ABS housing control with die cast chrome plated levers Push in button disengages shift for warm-up X12 neutral safety switch which prevents in-gear starting (optional) Exceeds EN ISO 11547 standards when X12 safety switch is installed For use with all Ultraflex control cables except C4: C14 and MACH14 cables require no kit for C2, C8 and MACHZero cables the connection kit K59 - 40144C is included C5, C16 and MACH5 cables require K60 Kit - 40145E C36 and MACH36 cables require K62 Kit - 40157J C22 cable requires K61 Kit - 40146G

Twin Lever Top Mount Control w/Neutral Lock - No Trim Switch - Chrome In the twin engine installation a single switch will operate both trims. With a focus on efficiency these controls have been specifically designed to improve the functionality of control systems, making the boat easier to control. Single lever / dual action control to operate both with throttle and shift. Suitable for any type of boats with outboard, inboard or I/O power plants. Features: Enables easy and safe shifting by preventing accidental gear engagement unless engine is idling Chrome plated high resistance ABS housing control with die cast chrome plated levers Push in button disengages shift for warm-up X12 neutral safety switch which prevents in-gear starting (optional) Exceeds EN ISO 11547 standards when X12 safety switch is installed For use with all Ultraflex control cables except C4: C14 and MACH14 cables require no kit for C2, C8 and MACHZero cables the connection kit K59 - 40144C is included C5, C16 and MACH5 cables require K60 Kit - 40145E C36 and MACH36 cables require K62 Kit - 40157J C22 cable requires K61 Kit - 40146G

TigerShark I LineRigger® Electric Top Mount Outrigger Holders f/1-1/2" Poles - Pair Designed for Hard or Soft T-Tops Finally the first top mount outrigger holder that is electronically operational right at your console. This is a one-man operation to deploy, raise, lower and retrieve your outriggers with a simple push of a switch. Crafted of marine aluminum, highly polished and Anodized for years of service.  Package included 2 - 12' wire harnesses and one dual rocker switch panel Features: The simplicity of pressing a switch and you're fishing! The TigerShark I LineRigger® is the first electronically operated top mount outrigger holder offered in the market Meticulous engineering provides exact electronic deployment of your outriggers from your console The powerful 12V motor drive allows for the total deployment and/or adjustment by simply pressing the switch up for deploying or pressing the switch down for retrieval of your outriggers Fits all prepared t-tops with 3" Mounting Hole Mounting Plate Size: 4" W x 6" L Includes 12' of wire from each holder Units are supplied with a standard dual rocker switch panel  When activated simultaneously, it raises and deploys your outriggers to the fishing position Convenience, craftsmanship, quality and performance will make the TigerShark a top selection for the sports-fisherman

TigerShark III LineRigger® Manual Top Mount Outrigger Holder f/1-1/2" Poles-Pair For Hard or Soft Tops This TigerShark series features the lowest profile under your top. Simply push the handle up to release the gears and turn 14 to 17 times for complete deployment of your outriggers to maximum bait spread. Then, simply pull the handle down and lock into place. Simultaneous up and out motion eliminates climbing the gunnels to adjust your outriggers. A simple turn of the handle does it all- total deployment and total position adjustment. Features: Bottom mounted crank assembly for ease of deployment Simply push up on the handle to release the gears and turn 14 to 17 times to complete deployment of your outriggers, then simply pull handle down to lock into place Simultaneous up and out motion eliminates climbing the gunnels to adjust your outriggers Fits all prepared t-tops with 3" Mounting Hole Fits Hard tops up to 2 1/2" thick Allowing for the lowest profile under your t-top or hard top of any top mount outrigger holder in the industry

Steering Trim Control Unit Trim Switches on the Steering Wheel Improve Safety and Performance.  This steering trim control unit is molded of black plastic with raised white letters to not only enhance boat appearance but also provide the ultimate in control of any high performance boat. The steering trim control unit mounts easily to steering wheel spokes to place engine trim control at your finger tips for maximum safety and ease of operation. The weather proof, rubber booted, push button switches combined with a black urethane coiled cord provide a unit which will provide trim control without removing hands from steering wheel. Features: Puts trim switches on steering wheel for convenience and safety Allows driver to keep both hands on the steering wheel Mounts easily on steering wheel spokes Weatherproof rubber booted switches Rugged urethane coiled cord Can be used for trim control or jack plate control 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.

Top Mount Inboard Starter with Gear Reduction - Counter Clockwise Rotation Top mount inboard starter that fits 6.0L GM Engines. ARCO advises using a fully charged battery - A weak battery can damage the starter and starter solenoid. And to also clean all connections - A corroded connection creates resistance, lowering the amperage required for an efficient starting circuit. Features: Dynamically tested and packaged for out-of-the-box performance Nickel-coated and/or epoxy-painted to reduce corrosion  Sealed to minimize water intrusion Designed for long life and optimum performance Armatures are tested to withstand 50 times operating voltages (12 volts) Warranty Information: When properly installed, all ARCO products are warrantied against defects in materials and workmanship for a period of 12 months for leisure use and 90 days for commercial or racing applications.  Add an extra year of warranty to your rotating electric ARCO product (Tilt/Trim Motors, Alternators, Outboard Starters, and Inboard Starters) when you register your product within 30 days of purchase. You can register your product by visiting arcomarine.com/product-registration Replaces: DELCO Inboard Starter 9000887 PLEASURECRAFT Inboard Starter RA122019 SIERRA Inboard Starter 18-6443 This product may not be returned to the original point of purchase. Please contact the manufacturer directly with any issues or concerns.

Grand Slam 170 Outrigger Top Mounts - 1-1/8" (Pair) Simple, strong and perfect for boats 24' and under, our Grand Slam 170 Outrigger Mounts are the ideal addition to make your boat into an offshore fishing machine. Their easy installation and attractive appearance will make your days on the water more productive. Features: Compatible with 1-1/8" Tele-Outrigger Poles Adds up to 30-feet of fishing spread Stainless-steel and Anodized Aluminum construction Sure-Grip knob allows lift adjustments every 18° Locking lever secures out-bound rotation to desired location Delrin bearings allow for smooth, secure operation Easy installation with the outrigger-ready mounting plates Sold in pairs 3-year limited warranty

Top-Mounted Flag Pole Socket - Stainless Steel - 1" ID Features: 316 S.S. Top Mounted Flagpole Socket Tube I.D. - 1" Base - 2-3/4" Height - 2-1/8" Fastener - #10 (3) Includes 1/4-28 set screws (P/N 6249)