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Old 03-21-08, 10:26 AM   #1
jasonfish320
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Default Spring Boat Prep.

Spring Boat Prep list:

Review all owners manuals
Check air in trailer tires
Tighten nuts, bolts, and screws on:
boat, trailer, outboard motor, trolling motor, outboard motor support
Tighten lug nuts on trailer wheels
Grease wheel bearings
Lubricate trailer hitch and trailer ball
Tighten all bolts on trailer hitch and trailer ball
Clean car-to-trailer light connection
Wax boat
Clean transducers
Fill gas and oil tank
Lubricate outboard motor per owners manual
Clean trolling motor plug/receptacle with sandpaper.
Clean, gap, and replace spark plugs in outboard motor
Charge batteries and reconnect to wiring, add water if necessary
Organize tackle, sharpen hooks
Lubricate reels and replace line
Remove both props, inspect for line
Grease outboard prop shaft splines.
Lubricate foot pedal hinge pin and steering in pedal & head of motor.
Restock storage areas in boat
Clean depth finders and install
Adjust idle speed on outboard motor
Grease seat bases in boat
Calibrate hand-held electronics and check batteries
Check boat for leaks
Check fire extinguisher level
Check all electronic equipment in boat
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Old 03-21-08, 01:32 PM   #2
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Thanks for the list Jason! I thought my boat was ready to go but you just pointed out about 6 more things I need to do!
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