Thought I would share my summerizing process. Please contribute anything I missed.
Happy boating!
Subject Boat: 2005 Tige 24V, 5.7 Marine Power 340 HP
Summerize Process – Overall difficulty is easy. Time-frame is about 1-2 hours not including waxing fiberglass
Tool and Material List:
-Flat head screwdriver
-Fake a lake or equivalent to run engine off of a hose
-Electric buffer (Optional)
-WD40 or equivalent
-Good marine wax, applicator pad and microfiber towels
-Vinyl protectant and Plastic UV protectant
-Battery charger
-Torque Wrench
-Tire pressure gauge
-Compressor or pump to air up tires
-Large adjustable wrench
-Teak oil (if applies)
-Trailer bearing grease and grease gun(bearing buddies)
-Wine corks for ballast bag protection
Hull & Exterior:
-Check prop for damage and re-torque nut, check cotter pin is in place
-Check bow and stern eyes are not loose
-Check all tow rope attachment points are tight
-Check tower attachment points are tight and inspect weld joints for cracks if applies
-Oil teak swim platform (3 coats over 3 days)
-Check clamps and screws are tight on FAE if applies
-Wax all fiberglass including bottom (consider more effort here if gelcoat is dirty, oxidized, etc.)
Interior & Engine:
-Charge batteries
-Install ballast pump impellers
-Check location of ballast bag for sharp objects like screws/bolts. Cut up wine corks and screw them on to protect the ballast. I got this idea from Stingreye. My bags had pretty bad abrasion from the bolts holding the seats that was rubbing against the legs of the enzo ballast.
-Install batteries
-Check for loose electrical connections around engine and under helm
-Check all hose clamps are tight
-Check oil and fuel filter housings are not loose (but not too tight either)
-Check engine drain plugs are in and tight
-Check steering is smooth and easy to operate
-Install batterie(s)
-Hook up fake-a-lake and run engine to operating temp and check for leaks (hopefully she starts right up!)
-Install ballast bags (if applies)
-Wax all fiberglass surfaces inside boat
-Add fresh coat of vinyl protectant (if vinyl is clean)
-UV protectant on all plastic surfaces
-Install bimini scaffold
-Stow all stuff removed from boat in fall (anchor, lifejackets, dock lines, etc)
Trailer:
-Torque trailer lug nuts
-Check tire pressure, tire tread and tire manufacture date
-Check trailer bearings are lubed (depends on your setup)
-Check trailer winch mounting bolts and lube winch and inspect strap/cable/hook
-Check trailer lights function
-Lube trailer tongue mechanism
-Inspect trailer for damage, rust, bare metal, etc. and repair as required
Happy boating!
Subject Boat: 2005 Tige 24V, 5.7 Marine Power 340 HP
Summerize Process – Overall difficulty is easy. Time-frame is about 1-2 hours not including waxing fiberglass
Tool and Material List:
-Flat head screwdriver
-Fake a lake or equivalent to run engine off of a hose
-Electric buffer (Optional)
-WD40 or equivalent
-Good marine wax, applicator pad and microfiber towels
-Vinyl protectant and Plastic UV protectant
-Battery charger
-Torque Wrench
-Tire pressure gauge
-Compressor or pump to air up tires
-Large adjustable wrench
-Teak oil (if applies)
-Trailer bearing grease and grease gun(bearing buddies)
-Wine corks for ballast bag protection
Hull & Exterior:
-Check prop for damage and re-torque nut, check cotter pin is in place
-Check bow and stern eyes are not loose
-Check all tow rope attachment points are tight
-Check tower attachment points are tight and inspect weld joints for cracks if applies
-Oil teak swim platform (3 coats over 3 days)
-Check clamps and screws are tight on FAE if applies
-Wax all fiberglass including bottom (consider more effort here if gelcoat is dirty, oxidized, etc.)
Interior & Engine:
-Charge batteries
-Install ballast pump impellers
-Check location of ballast bag for sharp objects like screws/bolts. Cut up wine corks and screw them on to protect the ballast. I got this idea from Stingreye. My bags had pretty bad abrasion from the bolts holding the seats that was rubbing against the legs of the enzo ballast.
-Install batteries
-Check for loose electrical connections around engine and under helm
-Check all hose clamps are tight
-Check oil and fuel filter housings are not loose (but not too tight either)
-Check engine drain plugs are in and tight
-Check steering is smooth and easy to operate
-Install batterie(s)
-Hook up fake-a-lake and run engine to operating temp and check for leaks (hopefully she starts right up!)
-Install ballast bags (if applies)
-Wax all fiberglass surfaces inside boat
-Add fresh coat of vinyl protectant (if vinyl is clean)
-UV protectant on all plastic surfaces
-Install bimini scaffold
-Stow all stuff removed from boat in fall (anchor, lifejackets, dock lines, etc)
Trailer:
-Torque trailer lug nuts
-Check tire pressure, tire tread and tire manufacture date
-Check trailer bearings are lubed (depends on your setup)
-Check trailer winch mounting bolts and lube winch and inspect strap/cable/hook
-Check trailer lights function
-Lube trailer tongue mechanism
-Inspect trailer for damage, rust, bare metal, etc. and repair as required
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