SALTWATER CARE &
MAINTENANCE
Saltwater or brackish water can deteriorate the condition of a boat
much faster than freshwater. To maintain the condition, appearance
and functionality of boats used in salt water:
1. Flush the engine with fresh water in accordance with the Ilmor
Engine Owner’s Manual (10 minutes minimum).
2. Rinse the boat with fresh water after each use in salt water:
• Bilge
• Hull and deck including all underwater gear
• Upholstery
• Carpet
• If a boat has removable floor covering it should be removed
for drying
3. Rinse metal components with fresh water and wipe down with
WD-40:
• Aluminum dash plates
• Steering wheel
• Tower components
• Engine
• Hand rails
• Cleats
• Glovebox
• Walk-thru door
• Exposed Seat frames
• Windshield frame and stanchions
4. Spray motor mounts with a corrosion inhibitor at least once a month.
5. Inspect anodes and replace when they reduce to 50 percent of
their original size.
STAINLESS STEEL AND CHROME/
ANODIZED ALUMINUM
Stainless steel, chrome-plated and anodized aluminum parts are
not totally resistant to corrosion. Occasional cleaning and polishing
with a marine chrome-and-stainless polish will maintain and extend
the life of these parts. In salt water areas, it is imperative that you
thoroughly rinse all hardware with fresh water and apply a light
coating of protective oil to enhance the appearance after each use.
Exposure to salt water will cause corrosion leading to significant
damage to stainless steel, chrome and anodized aluminum parts.
Failure to thoroughly rinse salt water from all hardware, and to apply
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