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Frequently Asked Boat Transport QuestionsQ. Im about to have my boat picked up for transport. How should I prepare my boat so it can be transported safely?A. Boating is a very popular past time in North America. Every year, millions of people have to transport their boat for various reasons. Whether its for repair, moving, or changing ownership, you should make sure that your boat is transported safely. If caution is not used when moving any type of watercraft over land it can become very dangerous. Preparing your boat properly for transport is a step that should not be overlooked and in this article I will inform you of the various precautions and procedures that must be done to make the process of boat transporting like a day on the lake. The first thing you must do is stow all of the loose gear securely below deck. Various accessories that should be removed include electronics, horns, radar, GPS, propellers, masts etc.. The rule of thumb is to remove anything that could be damaged or easily removed during transport. The boat transporter will not be responsible for any damage caused by unsecured items during transport. If possible, lock your cabin and keep the key. All batteries must be disconnected and secured, as well all anchors must be removed from the deck. An important step that must not be overlooked is draining all fuel and water tanks. If this is not done, you can not transport your vessel. You must also remove all drain plugs from the hull and make sure that there is no water in the bilge. It is good practice, especially in the winter, to drain the water from the pumps, air conditioners and water systems. As you can see transporting your boat or vessel can take a bit of time but with a little preparation and the right knowledge you can almost guarantee that your boat transport experience goes off without a hitch.
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