outside of the hull or the bow eye if the boat is a rib and the other end to the
other eye nut. Again, tighten using the ratchet. Stabilizer bars will not
prevent the load (boat) from swinging or moving. They will only prevent the
davits from rotating. They will also damage the davit arms by exerting great
pressure at the attachment point. Do not try to control the davit arms.
Control the load by tying the boat off as necessary.
When properly restrained, the lower tube of the davit arm will be in
contact with the inflatable. To prevent the davit arm from making a mark
on the inflatable, get two 12-16” pieces of 1” clear plastic tubing. Slit them
lengthwise and place on the lower davit tube where it contacts the inflatable.
Secure plastic tubing to the davit with plastic ties.
STEP 6 – Congratulate yourself on a job well done! Find your camera and
take some pictures of your installation of your inflatable secured on your new
St. Croix Rotating Davits. Please send us your pictures; we use our customer
photos in our displays at the boat shows we attend. We will also use some
pictures in our new product brochures.
CARE AND FEEDING
Stainless steel will rust if you neglect it. Periodically wipe with
metal polish and a little wax. Check the lines and slings periodically for
wear and/or fraying. Replace as necessary. Re-read Bills Rules, especially
rule #7. I want you to enjoy your davits for years to come, and may they cater to all your inflatable lifting
needs. We look forward to seeing your photos.
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