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Houseboat INSIDER - the March 2016 highlights March 27, 2016 |
Hello Now that spring has arrived (not warm yet in all areas), the majority of you are likely starting to envision getting the boat in order for launching (with friends & family). You all know that safety is always one of my primary concerns, so be sure to check all the critical items like:
Items on the CRITICAL Spring Checklist:Before going for the "first ride" of the year:Before everyone gets on board and you go for that "first ride" of the year, you want to check things like the VHF radio, anchor & anchor rode, GPS/chartplotter, horns, nav lights, dock lines, heating & cooling system, bilge pumps, ac/dc electrical system, plumbing system, ac/dc electrical system, water heater, generator, fenders, the head, the quality of the fuel, and lastly the whole steering & propulsion system.We're NOW Mobile Smartphone FriendlyEvery month we highlight some of the best reader submitted articles to showcase various houseboat related topics. Click a link to start reading. * We bought a boat a year ago, here's an update after our 1st year.
* New to Houseboating? Start Here. *Here's some other important links to tips and information on buying a boat, transporting a boat, building a houseboat, insurance for houseboats, marine surveys, classified ads, and houseboat rentals. We hope you find the links useful, and do enjoy the website, IAN. * Our Popular Articles *
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