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Tips of the trade

Distress Signal

4/4/2019

 
Weems & Plath SOS Distress Signal – Flares never outdated again for under $100, this is a great signal to have always on board.

Cleaning

4/4/2019

 
​Murphy’s Oil Soap in hot water is best for cleaning dirty or stained teak or Sapele - then apply several coats of Formby’s Lemon Oil or Williamsville Wax (can be ordered at www.hfstaples.com or call 1-800-682-0034).

Towing Tips

4/4/2019

 
Shut off Engine Sea Cocks and secure shaft before towing.  Prevents flooding engine and overheating shaft.

WD-40

4/4/2019

 
WD-40:  Clean salt stains & waterproof boat shoes.  Cleans fenders, loosens barnacles, removes stickers, removes toilet bowl stains.
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iPad

4/4/2019

 
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Use iPad for Navionics or Garmin Charts.  it is a fantastic back-up to electronics - plus updates are automatic .

Hydrogen Peroxide

4/4/2019

 
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​Hydrogen peroxide is a great antiseptic and great for bleaching and cleaning counter tops.  It is better than bleach.

Pilothouse Seam

4/4/2019

 
Rebed seam to Pilot House upper deck.  Remove old caulk with dremel tool.  Use Sikaflex with UV.  Especially on Nordic 37’s & 42’s.

Kanberra Gel

4/4/2019

 
Kanberra Gel – use refill pouch 24oz to refill containers.  Place some in every cabin area.  Degrades mold, mildew, fungus and odors.

Steps

4/4/2019

 
Teak or Sapele steps should be cleaned very well and coated with several coats of clear Duraseal.  They will look like new.

Thrusters

4/4/2019

 
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Check thruster blades for any damage.  They should spin freely by hand out of water.
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