Owner`s manual

Trailering
Sport Boat
11-5
3 Your boat should be fastened to the trailer with the winch line
connected to the bow eye, PLUS a bow tie-down to the winch stand or
trailer tongue. A safety chain, strap or rope can be used as a suitable
tie-down. The stern of your boat should be secured to the trailer from
the stern eyes. If travel conditions require, use an additional tie-down
strap across the rear of the boat from side-to-side to further secure the
stern. Check all strapping material for wear.
3 Check to be sure the taillights and turning signals work prior to towing.
3 Too much or too little tongue weight will cause difficult steering and will
make tow vehicle sway. A rough rule of thumb is 5% to 10% of boat
and trailer weight on the tongue.
3 Convertible tops and detachable windshields are not designed to stay
on boats at highway speeds. Before towing, take down the convertible
top, side curtains, back cover and detachable windshield if so
equipped.
3 Carry a spare tire for both your trailer and your towing vehicle along
with sufficient tools to change them.
3 Consult the engine operator’s manual for engine related trailering
precautions.
3 On extended trips, carry spare wheel bearings, seals, and races.
3 While traveling, check the wheel hubs every time you stop for gas or
refreshments. If the hub feels abnormally hot, the bearing should be
inspected before continuing your trip.
KC-1711.2
WINCH
STAND
WINCH
LINE
SAFETY
CHAIN
BOW EYE
WINCH STAND BOW STOP
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