Storm Preparation for your Boat

With Tropical Storm Fay approaching our area, we figured we would post a few tips and reminders on preparing your boat for the storm.

Trailer Boats
1. Make sure your batteries are fully charged so that your bilge float switch can operate throughout the storm.
2. Remove drain plug at the transom for back-up drainage.
3. Elevate the bow of your boat.
4. Remove bimini tops and canvas and store away.
5. Let out some air on the trailer tires and chalk them.
6. Secure your boat to trailer with tie downs.
7. Remove all loose items from vessel.

Lift Kept Boats
1. Make sure your batteries are fully charged so that your bilge float switch can operate throughout the storm – you may lose shore power.
2. Remove drain plug at the transom for back-up drainage.
3. Raise lift as high as possible with the bow of your boat slightly elevated.
4. Remove bimini tops and canvas and store away.
5. You may want to strap your boat to the lift for additional protection.
6. Remove all loose items from vessel.
7. Stay in tune with tides and storm surge.

In Water Boats
1. Make sure your batteries are fully charged so that your bilge float switch can operate throughout the storm – you may lose shore power.
2. Double tie all lines.
3. Use plenty of fenders.
4. Remove canvas enclosure and eisenglass. Cover electronics if possible.
5. Make sure all dock hardware is in good condition and secure.
6. Stay in tune with tides and storm surge

These are just a few reminders and good common sense should always be exercised. For more tips go to
http://www.thundermarine.com/content.asp?nav=116995&cpid=10020&

Stay Safe