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Secure the bow of the boat to the trailer
with the winch line and also with the chain.
Secure the stern eyes to the trailer with tie-
downs.
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Bow eye
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Stern eye
TIP:
During transport, use a boat cover to prevent
any items from blowing out of the boat, or
make sure to store any items inside the stor-
age compartments and securely close the
compartments.
Be sure the access port cap is properly in-
stalled (see page 125 for more information)
and the rear platform hatch is closed se-
curely.
Be sure any cargo that must be carried in
the boat as well as the all hatches are se-
cured.
While traveling, check the wheel hubs on
the trailer whenever you park. If a hub feels
abnormally hot, have the bearing inspected
before continuing your trip. On longer trips,
it is a good idea to carry a set of spare
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wheel bearings, seals, and races.
When making a turn, do not cut corners.
The trailer has a smaller turning circle, so it
turns more sharply around the corner than
the towing vehicle.
Backing your trailer
It takes practice to back a trailer successfully.
If you are not familiar backing up with a trailer,
practice first in an open area away from ob-
stacles.
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Keep the following points in mind when
backing up
Back slowly. Make steering adjustments in
small steps.
Turn the towing vehicle's wheels opposite
the direction you want the trailer to go.
After the trailer begins moving, turn the
towing vehicle to follow it.
Have a second person stand by to help di-
rect you with hand signals.
Launching
As a courtesy to other boaters, prepare your
boat for launching before using the ramp.
Trailering
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