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Decommissioning Checklist
Engine Winterization/Maintenance
• Run engine. Pour approved fuel stabilizer/
conditioner in the fuel tank. Allow time for it to
circulate through the fuel system.
• Change all engine fluids as referenced in the
engine manufacturer’s owners manual. Contact a
Regal dealer.
• Check engine hoses, clamps, and system wiring
for loose connections, abrasion, and corrosion.
• Spray all exterior parts with a rust preventative.
• On surf models drain all water ballast bags, hoses,
and pumps of water. Check all related components.
• Perform maintenance as referenced in the
manufacturer’s owners manual. Contact your Regal
dealer.
• Remove propellers. Refurbish as needed.
Engine Care
• After cleaning use touch up paint on unit as
needed.
• Apply coat of wax to stern drive exterior parts.
Boat
• Check hull bottom for any fiberglass damage.
• After cleaning apply wax to hull and deck surfaces.
• Pour a pint of 50/50 antifreeze into bilge pump.
• Remove batteries. Use a trickle charger as needed.
• Remove all loose gear and electronics from boat.
Inspect all equipment for wear and damage. Store
in a clean, dry environment.
• Remove drain plug. Clean drain plug hole of debris
as needed. Enclose drain plug in plastic bag and
tie to steering wheel.
• Make sure bow is higher than stern to permit
proper drainage.
• Clean all upholstery and store so it breathes.
• Conduct a visual inspection to ensure boat is
balanced properly on the trailer, cradle or blocks.
• Cover boat with appropriate cover. Tie down for
protection from rain, snow and/or wind. Prop up
cover to provide proper ventilation. Do not cover
up the fuel vents.
• Drain the fresh water system per instructions in
this chapter.
• Use sling locations for lifting boat.
• Never block up boat bottom. Doing so may cause
structural damage.
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