Four winns FUNSHIP - B. Hitches

Owner’s Manual Page 125Trailer Information - Section S
checkthetiresforproperinationordamage.
If necessary, redistribute the load before continuing.
For additional information on trailering, refer to the
“Boating Basics” guide included in the owner’s packet.
S - 5 MAINTENANCE
A. Care of Exterior Finish
When using the trailer, keep in mind the paint can
scratch and become marred during normal use. In
most cases, touch-up paint can be ordered. Please
contact a Four Winns dealer for assistance.
Somemaintenanceisrequiredtomaintainthenish
and minimize rusting. The trailer should be washed
and rinsed with clean water immediately after each
use. Depending upon use, waxing is recommended
twice a year. Use paste wax designed for enamel
paint.
OngalvanizedtrailerswithGatorHyde™,rinseall
exposed metal parts thoroughly with only clean water
afteruse.TheGatorhyde™protectivecoatingmay
cleaned with mild dishwashing soap in a bucket of
water and nylon boat brush. Rinse thoroughly with
clean water.
To rejuvenate as well as UV protect worn and faded
GatorHyde™youmaypurchaseaproductcalled
GatorGloss™.Toplaceanorderyoucanphone
Elastomer Specialties, Inc. at 918-485-2835 or Fax
918-485-2856.
B. Bunks
The bunks should be replaced if they are cracked,
warped, or evidence of dry-rot is found. The replace-
ment boards should be treated lumber of the same
length and width.
DO NOT burn damaged or broken bunks.
Toxic fumes will be released. Dispose of bunks
properly.
B. Tactics
NOTICE
Be sure to check the towing vehicle manufactu-
rer’s literature for recommendations on towing.
1. Install outside rear view mirrors on both sides of
the towing vehicle to improve vision. Check the
rear view mirrors at frequent intervals to be sure
trailer and boat are riding smoothly.
2. Allow at least one car and trailer length between
vehicles for each 10 mph. DO NOT tailgate.
3. Use low gear (on manual transmissions) when
traveling up steep hills or over sand, gravel,
o
r dirt roads.
4. Use care if shifting to a lower gear while traveling
downhill. This could activate the trailer’s surge
brakes for the duration of the downhill run and
cause overheating. Extended overheating could
result in complete loss of the trailer brakes.
To help prevent overheating, slow down while
approaching the crest of a hill and maintain a
slow, controlled downhill speed. Apply brakes
in short intervals to allow time between braking
for the brakes to cool off.
In mountain regions, extra care is required due
to extreme braking conditions. If not equipped
with a “rugged duty towing package” use
turnouts often to allow brakes to cool otherwise
loss of trailer brakes could result. Consult with
your Four Winns dealer regarding a “rugged
duty towing package” for your towing require-
ments.
5. When rounding turns on highways or streets, DO
NOT cut corners. Also, travel slowly over railroad
tracks.
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. Ifthetrailerbeginsto“shtail”whenaccelerating,
reducespeeduntilitceases.Ifthetrailer“shtails”
again during acceleration, stop to investigate the
cause of the problem. Check for improper trailer
load and uneven weight distribution inside the
boat. Check the winch line and tie-downs. Also