Macgregor 26x Spring Preparation
Trailer
- Check tire pressure
- Inspect bearings all bolts
- Check all lights
- Inspect trailer winch line
- Confirm plate, registration and insurance
- Surge brakes can be tested by braking gently to a stop then confirming each brake drum has released properly by tapping with a metal object, should ring clearly.
Boat hull
- Inspect hull for dings, scratches and chips
- Scrub hull
- Inspect antifouling paint and re-apply, if needed
- Ensure depth/speed sensor clean and positioned properly
- Clean and wax hull
Boat deck
- Scrub deck
- Inspect for dings, scratches and chips
- Inspect all connections/bolts
Rigging
- Inspect lifelines
- Inspect spreaders and all stays
- Inspect all lines and halyards
Outboard
- See Yamaha 50hp Outboard Maintenance page for details
- Inspect prop for dings, cracks
- Replace motor oil
- Replace transfer case grease
- Check fuel filter
- Check all fuel connections (the primer lines have popped off before)
- Inspect spark plugs and replace if needed (some replace every season)
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