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Maintaining Your Trawler The Easy Way
Loosen up, everyone had to begin from somewhere. Before the Internet was born it was a learn-as-you-go affair; rarely was there some one around to ask. to assist those of you yet pondering the move, this article is intended to make the process a bit easier. In this article I will answer the question, “What's involved with maintaining a pre-owned trawler ”. As I own and live aboard a 40 foot trawler, I’m going to give you the details based upon my experiences. For starters, keep in mind that upkeep on a yacht will always be more the less time you use it. Boat systems must to be exercised. This list of course doesn't include items that fail prematurely. Engines Change engine oils after app. 100 hours Exchange transmission oil every 500 hours or according to manufacturer Engine zinc replacement each year or as needed Engine raw water system cleaning/flushing every 3 years or as needed New raw water impellers every 2 years or as needed Change fuel filters every year Replace engine belts as needed Clean raw water strainers monthly or as needed Check hoses and clamps as needed Apply touch up paint as needed Add biocide to fuel when taking on diesel Polish fuel when needed Electrical Inspect sump/bilge pumps every 30 days Check and exchange automatic switches when needed Exercise electronics monthly Replace batteries about every 6 years Waste Service/clean ElectroScan waste system electrodes monthly Clean salt-water flush systems with muriatic acid Underwater Inspect zincs monthly, replace as needed Paint bottom with antifoulant biannually Inspect bottom for hydrolysis out of water biannually Inspect rudder posts biannually Inspect props and propellers at haul out Check stuffing boxes monthly or install dripless packing Exercise thru hull sea cocks annually Decks Varnish bright work annually Strip and reapply varnish every 4-5 years Repair fiberglass as necessary Paint decks as needed Polish stainless steel every 6 months Clean and polish canvas and glass as needed Replace canvas every 6 years or so Clean and wax boat on an as needed basis Inspect and replace dock lines and fenders monthly Heating/Air Conditioning Clean strainers monthly Clean/replace intake hoses biannually or as needed Charge system as needed So there you are. It appears like a lot but it really is not. I check out most of the items automatically as I’m going about the trawler everyday. Article Directory: http://www.articledashboard.com Mike Dickens, the author, is a live aboard boat owner and owner/Broker of Paradise Yachts in Florida USA.
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