you do not run in salt water. Ask your dealer to recommend
the right paint for your situation.
Corrosion
Modern boatbuilding techniques minimize corrosion
problems on aluminum models; nevertheless, corrosion
can occur when dissimilar metals come in contact and are
wetted by contaminated water. In general, saltier water
leads to faster corrosion. To minimize this problem, use a
quality caulking compound when mounting non-aluminum
fixtures or hardware to aluminum. Never use an
aluminum boat as the ground wire for an electrical
circuit. Electrical equipment should be completely
insulated from the vessel to eliminate electrolysis and
corrosion.
NOTE: There is danger of an electric current in the water
near boats linked to shore power.
We recommend that you take the following precautions to
prevent corrosion:
1. Regularly rinse your boat’s outdrive and all metal
components with fresh water.
2. Inspect the zinc anode on your boat’s engine frequently
for deterioration. If you operate in salt, polluted or
brackish waters, inspect the anodes more frequently. A
sacrificial anode will deteriorate before the metal it
protects will deteriorate. If the zinc anode erodes 50%
or more, replace it to continue protection against
corrosion; otherwise, other metal parts may be
damaged. Never paint zinc anodes. See your engine
manual for more information about the zinc anodes on
your engine.
3. Regularly inspect metal components that are in contact
with the water. Look for pitting or a lacy appearance to
the metal. If you see damage, inspect all wiring for
breaks or loose connections.
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