How to De-Winterize Your Boat For Spring

Spring is almost here and that means boat owners all around Michigan are preparing their vessels for sunny-day cruises on the Great Lakes. If you’re a boater, you’re probably champing at the bit to get your boat launched. However, it’s important to take some steps to de-winterize your boat first to ensure that it’s all ready to go and nothing is amiss. Here’s what to do.

Check Engine & Electronics

Take off the nacelle and inspect your engine carefully. Make sure the spark plugs aren’t corroded, replenish all fluids, and run the engine to make sure it works. You should also test your electronic devices and replace any worn-down batteries.

Spruce It Up

Now it’s time to rinse off your hull and sweep the deck! Cleaning up your boat will help you determine if there are any repairs you need to make to the vinyl, the hull, or other areas. Also, it’ll make your boat so much nicer for your passengers to use.

Add Your Gear

Finally, you’ll want to bring aboard all of the items you removed in the fall, including logbooks, registration, personal flotation devices, extra towels and clothing, radios, your first-aid kit, repair tools, and anything else you know you’ll need.

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