Articles about winterizing your boat (0-14 of 14)

  • How To Winterize Your Jet Ski
    By: Drew Barnes | - Well it's that time of year again and it's time to do a little maintenance on the ol' jet ski so she's ready to hit the water in tip top shape next year and it's time to start riding again.
    Follow a few simple steps in winterizing your jet ski and you will be able to hit the water faster while your friends are flailing around for parts, oil & gas you can spray them and laugh. Sounds like fun to me. So here are a few tips to protect your jet ski, get started faster when the time comes and p ...

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  • How Does Someone Get A Reduce Boat Insurance Cost?
    By: DariusGonzalez891 | - Secondly you should contact this insurance company that covers your personal property and car. Normally these companies will offer deep discounts the moment insuring other items just like boats. Call or log on and get some sort of quote but really don't accept any policy at this time. There is still much to try.

    Insurance rates designed for automobiles are determined by a variety of factors. Statistics compiled by simply insurance providers throughout the years has given them an unu ...

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  • Moving Your Boat Or Yacht Down South By Capt. Douglas Malat
    By: kathleenchester | - Do you want to extend your boating season? You can very easily by moving your boat or yacht, powerboat or sailboat down South for the winter. In the Northern regions the cold weather comes in with the ice and snow which prevents you from taking your boat out for a cruise. Bringing your boat or yacht to the Southern regions extends your boating season to really, that's right... year round. Slip prices for your yacht or boat down South in most areas very reasonable. They start at about five or six ...
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  • Protecting Your Boat From Pest Birds
    By: Meredith Walako | - If you enjoy boating, youre probably well aware that birds such as seagulls, cormorants, and even pigeons love using masts, spreaders and canvases as waterfront perches.

    Its a situation that happens all too often: a boat owner plans to take their vessel out for a day of enjoyment, only to find it covered in bird droppings. Some boat owners are finding themselves spending a significant amount of time cleaning up before launch.

    Bruce Donoho, owner of bird control s ...

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  • Boating Rules Of The Road For Owners Of Power Boats - 3 Tips
    By: Mike Lewis. | - Being a responsible power boat owner means making the right purchase, having the proper insurance in place, maintaining the boat, being respectful of others and having fun! boats are a great investment for responsible owners!

    So you've decided you want to be the proud owner of a new power boat? Good for you! power boats can be fun as they allow you the freedom to be on the water whenever you want. At the same time, it's important to be a responsible boat owner to ensure you get the mo ...

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  • The Property Preservation Business Opportunity: Expert Training Makes The Difference
    By: Frank Patrick | - Lucrative Careers Await Those Who Learn the Ropes

    Many Master Contractors and larger property preservation companies are now requiring prospective contractors take a quiz to make sure they know whats required from a foreclosure contractor.

    Business is huge for those in the property preservation business; the continuing overwhelming amount of foreclosures combined with the forthcoming shadow inventory of millions of homes yet to be converted into REO homes means there ...

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  • Rv Storage Facilities - Safe And Secure
    By: kassiermdembowski | - Recreational vehicles are large in size and cannot be parked in your driveway safely. Though more than half the people park such vehicles next to their homes, they are eyesores for neighbors. For people who live in apartments in cities, parking on the roadside is a problem, and so is parking in the parking in authorized parking spaces. Leasing private garages is a burden because of the prohibitive costs. The only option is to select a convenient RV storage facility in your locality.


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  • How To Store Self Store Your Boat
    By: John Stevens | - There is an old saying that goes, "The happiest day of my life (as a boat owner) was the day I bought my boat; the second happiest - the day I sold it!" But you are still in the first phase of boat ownershipand you need to store your boat for the winter. So, what are your options?

    Today, an increasing number of boat owners are using self storage facilities for their wintertime boat storage, finding this option to be ideal, both from a security and "boat preservation" standpoi ...

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  • How To Prepare Your Boat For Winter
    By: Simon White | - When the nights start drawing in and the temperature plummets, it can mean only one thing; winter is coming and it is time to protect your boat from the elements.

    The safest place for your boat to be over the winter is out of the water. However, hauling and storage can be rather costly. Shrink-wrapping your boat is a cheaper option or, if your budget is very tight, you can use a tarpaulin or similar cover to keep nature out. Allow for some air circulation under the cover to preven ...

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  • Winterize Your Boat Inside And Out
    By: hari | - When it's time to put your boat away from the winter, paying attention to a few details can ensure that you take her out in the spring fresh and ready to go. Winterizing your boat properly will protect not only the engine, but every part of it from damage and wear that a winter of disuse can inflict. Your boat owner' manual is the best place for information on winterizing your boat, but here are some pointers on winterizing to make sure your boat gets through the winter well-protected.
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  • Winterizing Your Boat
    By: James West | - Winterize your engine in accordance with the manufacturer's instruction manual. This will normally include draining and flushing the cooling system; draining and refilling the crankcase; applying oil to inside of each cylinder through the spark plug holes; and other preservative actions. Thoroughly clean the exterior of the engine; sand and touch up with paint any scarred areas to prevent rusting.

    - Thoroughly clean the bottom, decks, cockpit, bilge, all compartments, and lockers. ...

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