10-21-07, 07:19 AM | #1 |
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I'm realy new at launching my own boat.first time for every thing and was wondering what kind of equipment I might need is there A sight i can go to to read up on rules and regulations I know I need life-jackets and anker but I'm in the dark as far as what else I might need before I go out as far as the law and saftey thanks guys for any imfo. I'm realy uneasy about launching for the first time.
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10-21-07, 08:34 AM | #2 |
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Not sure what state you are in, but you should go to your Parks & Wildlife website. Should show what is required in your state.
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10-21-07, 12:52 PM | #3 |
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You're going to need running lights in front and back if you go in the dark, also a air horn or whistle if you get in trouble, life jackets or cushions that float.
Also a state ID sticker showing you've paid that years tax on boats. A fire extinguisher that is charged, and make sure you have your fishing license. |
10-21-07, 11:25 PM | #4 |
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whistle or horn, lights front and rear, lifejackets-1 for every person on board, current reg., bailing device, rag or towel(supposed to be for fuel leaks), fire extinguisher, rope, anchor, license. Depending on age a boaters safety course.
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10-22-07, 02:57 AM | #5 |
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ok great guys that helps alot but one more ? what is a BAILING DEVICE never herd of that would that be a BILGE PUMP
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10-22-07, 07:29 AM | #6 |
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Also need flares. Check your state regs for what kind and how many.
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10-26-07, 11:14 PM | #7 | |
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The other guys covered it well. I would add: A tool kit-wrenches, pliers, duct tape, electrical tape, you get the idea. An extra drain plug. Pen and paper-has come in handy more than once. Toilet paper(no kidding) Extra set of boat keys-better safe than sorry Flashlight Spare fuses Spare lightbulbs for the running lights Jumper cables(optional)-they come in handy on boats, too. Welcome to the forum, BTW!
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10-27-07, 05:47 AM | #8 |
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they are all over it..
it does suck launchin by your self -i do it all the time- a long rope helps greatly.. i use a 50 foot rope with snaps on both ends. hook one end up front -not to the bow eye-hook the other either to the trailer or to the truck. un hook EVERYTHING else.-remember the plug- back it in an float it off.. pull a head -wet feet sucks-get the rope off the trailer /truck go and tie it up.. you'll figure out the trailer "sweet spot" after a few time launching.. the long rope also helps greatly when FORCED to load a boat with out the moter. zooker
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I always have a spare truck key in boat and a spare boat key in the truck. Bailing device aka bucket is required if your batteries flood = pumps won't pump
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