FAQS
Corrosion Protection
Corrosion is the action of metal trying to return to its natural state. Although your boat is constructed with high quality marine aluminum alloy 5052-H34, these precautions should be followed:
- Install a transom mounted sacrificial zinc anode, if you operate in salt or brackish waters. This zinc anode will corrode before the metal it protects.
- Regularly rinse your boat with fresh water.
- Never apply a copper, lead, antimony, arsenic or mercury based anti-fouling paint to your boat.
- Regularly inspect the structure of your boat for signs of corrosion. If you see damage, inspect all wiring for breaks or loose connections.
Under normal conditions aluminum surfaces retain their attractiveness with little maintenance. Your boat should be cleaned regularly with mild detergent and flushed liberally with fresh water. Periodic application of waxes will greatly improve the appearance of the boat. Wiping the sides of your boat with a dry towel will help reduce water stains. Please see your owners' manual for recommendations on Sharkhide. Consult with your dealer about deoxidizing acids if you wish to clean heavily stained surfaces.
Vinyl Upholstery Protection
Cleaning Items Needed:
- Ivory Dishwashing Liquid and water.
- Clean, white towels
- Medium-soft brush
- Fantastic Spray Cleaner
- Denatured Alcohol
- 3M Citrus Cleaner (to order, call 404-447-7132)
- Ammonia and hydrogen peroxide
- Clorox Bleach
- Baking Soda
Always Clean Stains Immediately
Stain Remedies
- BASIC STAINS - Grease/Pencil/Dirt: Ivory Soap and water or Fantastic Spray Cleaner applied with a medium-soft brush
- TOUGH STAINS - Adhesive/Teak Oil/Rust: 3M Citrus Cleaner; rinse with soap and water
- INK: Denatured Alcohol
- MILDEW STAINS: To kill bacteria creating the mildew, vigorously brush the stained area with a 4-to-1 mixture of water and ammonia; rinse with water.
- TOUGH MILDEW STAINS: Apply a mixture of one (1) teaspoon ammonia, one-fourth (1/4) cup of hydrogen peroxide, and three-fourths (3/4) cup of distilled water, rinse with water.
- LEAF STAINS: Make a paste, using Clorox Bleach and Baking Soda, rinse with water immediately!
Boat Top Care
The top on your boat is constructed of high quality vinyl, and to insure its longevity the following precautions should be taken.
- Roll top and side curtains for storage, do not fold.
- Store away from sunlight to avoid ultraviolet ray damage.
- Do not let vinyl side curtains come in contact with hot metal surfaces.
- Do not use or move canvas in temperatures below 0° F since it may cause the material to delaminate.
- Put top down when towing at highway speeds.
- To help maintain the shape of your top and side curtains, reinstall them when your boat is not in use. This will reduce shrinkage.
- To clean your top use a mild detergent and a soft bristle brush. At the end of each season apply Lemon Pledge to your top to replenish the oils and keep it pliable.
Livewell Cautions
- The livewell pump switch must be in the off position while the boat is underway or pump damage will occur.
- To avoid damage to the livewell system, be sure it is empty during freezing weather. Water that freezes in the hoses will expand and could burst the hose.