Pre-Launch Checklist for Spring Boat Maintenance

Pulling your boat out of storage means it’s time to get it ready for the spring and summer boating season. The expert mechanics at Jordanelle Rentals and Marina can service, clean, and prep your boat for a fun and eventful boating season. If you’d like to tackle this project on your own, follow the extensive pre-launch checklist below.

Test and Replace Electronics

Be sure to test all electronics on your boat and your trailer. If any of the electronics need to be replaced or repaired, our service and repair shop can take care of this for you in no time. You’ll also want to examine the following items on your boat and trailer:

Charge and install the battery.
Check navigational lights on the boat.
Inspect all lights on your trailer.

Perform Body Maintenance

Whether your boat was stored in a dry indoor space or anchored in a dock on the water, you’ll need to conduct some much-needed bodywork on both your boat and trailer:

Wash and wax the hull
Re-paint boat and trailer as necessary
Add fresh caulk wherever needed
Repack wheel bearings
Check for wear on the tires

Conduct Basic Mechanical Repairs

Basic mechanical repairs are essential to ensure a safe and optimal boating experience:

Check water pumps and thermostats
Replace oil and gas filters as needed
Inspect all fluid levels
Add fresh fuel
Check fuel lines for cracks

Prepare for Emergencies

It’s always a good idea to be as safe and prepared as possible when cruising on the water. Give your friends and family the safety they deserve by following these guidelines:

Add safe boating gear, including one life jacket per person
Stock a fire extinguisher, flare, whistle, line, and mirror
Keep an anchor on board
Add a GPS, cell phone, clothing, food, and water for those unexpected emergencies

You own a boat, so why not be ready to use it on that first sunny day of spring? Let our highly-skilled mechanics prep and service your boat so you can enjoy cruising across the lake with family and friends. Contact us today at (435) 615-7397 to schedule your appointment. We also have boat rentals, jet ski rentals, kayak rentals, and paddle board rentals available on the Jordanelle Reservoir.

Source: Keer, Tom. “Get Your Boat Ready: A Seasonal Approach.” Web blog post. Life Lanes. Progressive. Web. 27 Apr. 2019

Wynn Passey