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Yacht maintenance overview: how to properly care for your yacht.

• June 7, 2021

Yacht maintenance is a crucial element of yacht ownership and operation. That gorgeous yacht sitting at the dock represents a substantial investment, and just like any asset, it must be protected and maintained to ensure reliable operation and to preserve value.

Maintaining your vessel is imperative, not just for peace of mind while operating, but for the safety of those aboard during use. The larger the yacht, maintenance can get more complex as the scale and complexity of the systems aboard the vessel increase.

At a high level, an owner should approach yacht maintenance by doing the following: When purchasing your new or used yacht, be sure to thoroughly ask your yacht broker or salesperson questions about maintenance and servicing schedules. Additionally, get familiar with the manufacturer’s ownership manuals as they contain a plethora of information regarding maintenance. Moreover, map out your cleaning and maintenance routines that will go hand-in-hand with using your yacht (more on these below). Lastly, if unsure what to do or how to handle a specific situation, never simply “wing” it. Always consult a professional to ensure the yacht is properly cared for and that you’re adhering to manufacturer recommended service and maintenance needs.

YACHT MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

For most yachts 40 feet and larger, the yacht will sit in the water full time. Regular care and maintenance is especially important in this scenario. For boaters in the Gulf of Mexico, the Gulf’s waters have high levels of salinity which makes the water especially corrosive. For saltwater boaters, staying on top of yacht maintenance is crucial.

While not exhaustive, the following items are a good starting point for a regular care and maintenance schedule. Be sure to consult your manufacturer’s manuals and yacht servicing professionals for a more detailed yacht maintenance schedule.

Washing and cleaning the yacht  – Some owners may have the boat cleaned every month, but for those wanting their vessel to always be in excellent shape, every two weeks is better. All visible elements on the exterior of the yacht should be washed and cleaned. Streaks and dust should be removed. Any bird droppings should be eradicated. Additionally, canvas covers can be removed and all upholstery wiped down. Metal will be cleaned and polished, and woodwork scrubbed. Yacht owners can expect to pay on average $2-3 per foot for a thorough exterior cleaning.  Some yacht detail companies can also clean the interior which can involve dusting, cleaning countertops, toilets, sinks and more.

Clean the bottom of the yacht  – Once a month is a good rule of thumb, but in hotter, warmer water months, you may want to have this done more frequently. Similarly in cooler weather months, you could go a bit longer than a month. Having the barnacles cleaned off the bottom part of the boat on a regular basis is important. A smooth clean hull is crucial to long-term care and efficient performance of the yacht. Typically this involves a diver cleaning the hull from the water line and below to ensure all barnacles and other forms of algae and marine life are cleaned from the boat. The diver should also ensure all running gear below the water is free of barnacle growth. Yacht owners can expect to pay on average $2-3 per foot for an underwater cleaning. Alternatively, some services may charge hourly rates instead. 

Also note that being in a higher current area can cause more frequent growth and the need for more frequent cleaning. It is good practice to ask the local dockmaster at your marina or a neighbor nearby how often they recommend getting the bottom cleaned.

Systems check  – Your yacht has a large number of systems that need to remain functional for a pleasant yachting experience. Air conditioning, pumps, exhaust and air intake, batteries, coolant levels, and fuel and lubrication are just a sampling of the systems that operate during regular usage. While some owners are comfortable checking the status of some or all of these systems themselves, other owners will opt for a regular systems check by a professional. During the season of regular use, it’s advised to have all systems checked once a month. This type of service will likely cost in the $200-$250 range for yachts in the 40-50 foot size range, and more for larger yachts.  After the service is performed, the service professional will provide you with a service report summary and any recommended courses of action.

Waxing the boat  – Every three to six months depending on sun exposure, the visible (topside of the boat from the waterline to the rub rail) parts of the boat should be waxed. When the hull is colored (such as blue or black), waxing frequency may increase.

Annual Engine, Drivetrain and Generator Service   – Once a year, you should have your yacht serviced. Haul out is not required, but it can be good practice to do so in order to check the bottom and running gear. This annual service is not too dissimilar from when car owners bring in their vehicles for regular servicing; all necessary items on the main engines, transmissions and generators will be serviced. The costs for annual servicing that includes engine maintenance will vary widely depending on your vessel, but smaller yachts can expect to pay approximately $3,000 (more if yacht is hauled out to check and service bottom and running gear). The costs increase with larger yachts.

Repainting the bottom of the yacht  – While every two years is considered by many to be sufficient, it’s good practice to haul out the yacht once a year to check the condition of and possibly repaint the bottom of the yacht’s hull (consider doing this alongside annual servicing). As the bottom of your vessel is cleaned and barnacles scraped off, the paint layers can thin and deteriorate. Costs will vary, but owners can expect to pay approximately $50/foot for a repainting of the hull.

Air conditioning system maintenance  – In hot climates such as Florida’s, air conditioning systems need regular maintenance. The air conditioning lines on a yacht in Florida should be acid flushed every six months to ensure a proper cleaning and removal of anything that has attached itself in the lines.

ADDITIONAL YACHT MAINTENANCE TIPS

1. Saltwater can lead to corrosion, so a few simple maintenance tasks after each run can be good practice. After each run, do a simple visual inspection of the engine room to check for any leaks. Also, be sure to give the boat a hose down to remove any salt particles. If possible, knowing how to flush your engine with fresh water after every run can be quite useful in maintaining your engine performance.

2. Keep a yacht maintenance log. Log all maintenance work and servicing done on the yacht with appropriate details and dates. Not only will this serve you well as you can know exactly what has been done and when, but this log can be useful to show potential buyers when you go to sell your yacht.

3. Have your mechanic pull oil samples from the engines, transmissions and generator to send to a lab for testing. The results will serve as a baseline on the health of the components and can often detect a possible issue before it becomes apparent otherwise. Keep records of the results for future reference.

4. If something goes wrong, use your mobile device to take a picture or video of the issue no matter how big or small the issue might seem. From engine codes to an odd noise coming from a various component, having documented evidence of the issue can be crucial in ensuring a speedy repairs process. On occasion, issues can be fickle and technicians might have a difficult time duplicating the reported issue. With your photo or video evidence, they can move quicker through the diagnosing process and move on to getting the appropriate parts or service needed.

5. If you have minor repairs that are not preventing you from enjoying the yacht, considering combining these repairs with regular service appointments. Examples of such minor repairs might be a small, interior light that isn’t working or a small tear in a seat cushion.  

YACHT MAINTENANCE RESOURCES & ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Yacht builders design engines and components with a countless number of vendors. 

Note that there is not one specific engine manufacturer that is better than another in every situation. Depending on the yacht that it is going into, the application and what size and horespower is needed, a specific engine manufacturer might be recommended.  For instance, Cummins makes great smaller engines in the 300-715 horsepower range, CAT is most common in the 850-1925 horsepower range, MAN is common in the 800-1800 horsepower range, MTU is most common in the 1200-2600 horsepower range and Volvo is typically in the 300-900 horsepower range. 

It’s common for individuals to inquire about what engine is best when they’re considering a yacht purchase. Be sure to ask your yacht broker or salesperson for more information and advice.

For owners looking to learn more about engine maintenance, use the links and information below to discover what your engine manufacturer recommends for maintenance. This is by no means an all-encompassing list. However, these are some of the larger engine manufactuer names in the industry:

• MTU Diesel Engines  have an extraordinary history extending as far back as 1900. MTU is now a subsidiary of Rolls Royce Power Systems. The MTU Series 4000 Diesel has accumulated over 180,000,000 hours of operation.  Their engines are developed for a world of large commercial and passenger ships.
• Caterpillar Marine Power Systems . Caterpillar Marine has the most comprehensive range of engine types in the world. CAT engines fall into several divisions including Cruisers, Fishing and Pleasure Craft. Worldwide dealer support is a powerful asset when considering engine types.
• MAN Yacht Engines . The story of MAN Engines can be charted back to 1758 when St. Antony Ironworks began operation in Oberhausen Germany. Owners of a MAN Yacht Engine must sign off on approval of their merchandise, and that is just the introduction of their superb protection.
• Cummins Marine . Worldwide support is a necessary factor when choosing your power plant. Cummins Marine is another recognizable brand that has been building marine engines since 1919. The Cummins Service Network is one of the widest in the world and extremely robust.
• Volvo Penta Marine Leisure .  Volvo Penta has carved out a vast swath of the marine propulsion industry.  While other engine builders cater to the superyacht niche, Volvo Penta delivers marine systems for yachts in the 60 to 120-foot range. The company has built up a strong group of stern-drive engines for powerboats and a series of engines for sailboats.
• Mercury Marine . Mercury is a well-known brand, and the Mercruiser line of engines are favorites on boats in the 40-foot range or less. Mercury carries a worldwide dealer network. This is a significant advantage when deciding on power. The company offers an extensive line of sterndrive and inboards. The Mercury Diesel is making inroads into larger boats and yachts.

While many yacht owners opt to leave the inner-operations of the vessel to yacht servicing and maintenance professionals, some owners enjoy gaining additional understanding of the various components that allow the yacht to operate. If you’re in the latter group, the below explains in further detail some of the systems and components that make up your yacht:

Fuel & Lubrication 

Regular servicing of the fuel and lubrication systems is important. Typical fuel system problems will involve saltwater intrusion and corrosion. Proper maintenance might include draining the fuel tank, ensuring any sediment is cleaned out and replacing the fuel filters. Since emission controls bind modern diesel engines, additives in the fuel are now required. Ensure you’re using the proper marine diesel fuel by asking a professional and reading the manuals. 

Clogged filters and a bad fuel pump can lead to fuel starvation. If a fuel pump is pushing air through the system, a number of problems can occur: the fuel pump bearings wear out quickly and injectors are not taking in the fuel at pressurized levels.

Reference manufacturer manuals to ensure the proper engine oil is being used. 

Marine coolant is crucial to regular yacht operation. Just as oil, owners need to follow manufacturer guidelines. Marine coolants reduce corrosion, improve boiling points, neutralize engine by-products and stabilize engine temperatures. It is good practice to check the coolant before every trip.

Exhaust and Air Intake

Attentive owners will monitor smoke discharge at startup from the exhaust. While a small whiff of black smoke isn’t typically a concern, anything more might require further investigation. Examine your air filters regularly as they are key to engine performance and longevity.

Cylinder Heads and Blocks

Unless you are a professional mechanic with diesel system experience, a visual check is all that can to be done. Head bolts and valve timing adjustments are all torqued. Experienced owners who require pristine conditions may clean the engine area and cylinder block with degreaser products. Follow degreaser instructions closely and check with the owner’s manual. We typically recommend leaving any form of engine maintenance to professionals.

Electrical Systems

Anything electrical is typically left to professionals, but yacht owners can use common sense regarding simple oversight of the electrical system. The following are a few items to check on a regular basis: Ensure proper capacity levels in all batteries, examine connections into the engine for anything that may have worked its way loose, check that wire connections are properly sealed and that no evidence of corrosion exists, and replace bulbs on interior and running lights throughout the yacht.

Transmissions

The gearbox in your yacht is a mundane piece of fundamental machinery. There is little owners can do if a transmission starts to cause troubles. Visual inspection and checking fluids are necessary maintenance steps. Otherwise, a professional is required if anything goes wrong. Transmission problems are deceiving, and the frequent result is being dead in the water. Keep the equipment clean from saltwater and any surplus oil. As previously stated, regular oil sample analysis at your oil change intervals can help spot any potential issues before they cause major damage.

YACHT MAINTENANCE COSTS

The commonly-quoted rule of thumb in yachting is that owners should expect to pay 10% of the purchase price in annual operating costs. Yacht maintenance is certainly a part of this 10% estimate (along with other costs such as insurance, docking fees, fuel and more).

This rule of thumb, however, can vary depending on your purchase. If you purchase a new construction yacht, the 10% estimate is likely high due to the higher purchase price, the fact that fewer things will break on a newer vessel and that a number of such items are covered under the new yacht warranty. If you’re acquiring a used yacht for a lower purchase price, the maintenance and repairs cost will likely be higher.

When inquiring about a specific yacht, be sure to ask your broker or salesperson about projected maintenance costs.

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With the tremendous resources of One World Yacht Group, our team partners with you not just through the purchase of a yacht, but through the operation as well. With service centers throughout the Gulf coast and eastern seaboard regions, our team is there for you where you may go with your yacht no matter how big or small the issue might be. 

To further provide exceptional service to our customers, One World Yacht Group recently acquired the Roscioli Yachting Center in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. This state-of-the-art sets the benchmark for quality with respect to yacht repairs, renovations and servicing. 

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Maintenance is a vital part of yacht ownership, but here at oyster, we recognise that time spent on pre-season checks can make all the difference between a frustrating start to the season, and a perfect start to the season..

With that in mind, we’ve put together our guide to servicing and getting your Oyster ready for the season ahead. From the water maker to the sail checks, to the winches and the main engine service, this is our owner’s handbook. Following our advice will allow you to stay on top of the annual maintenance and ensure you are ready to enjoy a great season of sailing.

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At Oyster, every owner receives a maintenance manual and a logbook when they take ownership of their yacht, which allows you to easily track your yacht’s maintenance history. Your Oyster logbook contains a weekly, monthly, bi-annual, annual, five-year and ten-year servicing checklist, which you can use to ensure you’re properly caring for your yacht.

Oyster owners have the added benefit that we keep all the original plans and build logs on file, so buyers can refer to the original intentions when your yacht was specified and built. Keeping your logbook updated will also help increase the residual value of your yacht, as new buyers prioritise well-maintained boats.

How long does a yacht service take?

When carried out by Oyster, an annual yacht service takes two weeks with the yacht out of the water. This allows for the application of new antifouling paint and servicing of the rudder, propeller, seacocks and thrusters. It is also a good time to polish the hull and superstructure.

Each Oyster yacht service is unique to the boat, and it depends on its current condition and your plans for the season ahead. Our  service team  will create an honest list of requirements, scoping everything from canvas work to winches, meaning you can set sail for the season, confident in the knowledge you are ready to take on anything.

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Annual pre-season checks and preparations for an Oyster may include:

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• Annual safety equipment checks

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• Antifouling, repainting, polishing
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Our Oyster Service Centres are in the most popular sailing destinations. In the Mediterranean, our base in  Palma de Mallorca  offers a range of yacht services, repairs and maintenance work. For those in the US,  Oyster Yachts Newport  is your go-to yard for anything from a general health check to an emergency repair and everything in between. In the UK we have  Oyster Service Centres  in Southampton and Ipswich, both of which offer a broad range of services from refits through to annual maintenance and storage.

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We specialized in complete yacht services providing yacht owners with the lifestyle they deserve

Our experienced Florida Yacht Service team can handle all areas of yacht maintenance from cosmetic cleaning through to a complete engine overhaul .

Service Overview

If there’s something you need but can’t find in our service overview, just give us a call. One of our professional specialists can create a solution tailored to your individual needs.

• Mechanical Yacht Repairs and Services
• Electrical Yacht Repairs and Services
• Yacht Woodworking and Fine Yacht Carpentry
• Fiberglass and Gelcoat Repairs
• Yacht Custom Painting and Refinishing

Our extensive industry experience and knowledge allows us to effectively meet your yachting needs with quality and efficiency. Florida Yacht Services is a company whose primary goal is customer satisfaction when it comes to vessel maintenance and servicing.  We provide a full range of marine services for yacht owners to enable them to have complete peace-of-mind when it comes to enjoying your time on the water.

Marine Repair Services

FYS offers the highest quality of service with unmatched value and dependability to the boat repair industry including sales, parts, service and installation of marine electrical equipment.

We work on inboard, outboard, and I/O motors, Gas and Diesel, Generators, A/C, electrical jobs, installation of electronics, replace the transmission, hoses, belts and a lot more.

Yacht Maintenance

We provide full-service maintenance for any size and type vessel. We customize maintenance services based upon your preferences, and your vessels’ needs.

Concierge & Logistics

FYS keeps your boat stocked and ready for your next visit. We ensure that the yacht is prepared and ready to go – when you are ready to go.

What others say about us

We have been clients of Florida Yacht Services now for almost 3 years. The team work of Peter, Mark and their staff make for a good combination to service all aspects of boat maintenance. We have a customized monthly inspection and scheduled cleaning routine to suite our particular needs. Our boat Lady Sandra was a refit project and they were able to accommodate some very complicated interior design projects which exceeded our high expectations! It has been our pleasure to work with them and we would recommend Florida Yacht Services without reservation. We look forward to many more boating years to come knowing we can always count on their professionalism, knowledgeable troubleshooting and reliability

Just a quick note of thanks for everything you did for us in Fort Lauderdale. I am sure you saw it can be quite busy for us at XOXO and on every occasion you guys helped out brilliantly and in good spirit, often going far beyond top end service to get the job done. From all of us, thanks very much indeed

I wish to pass on my sincere thanks to Florida Yacht Services for their professional service and commitment to Customer Service.  It’s great to still have companies that will stand by their services

That’s what I like about you Peter, and the Florida Yacht Services team, you know what’s right and you take care of it.

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Service Your Boat

McMichael Yacht Yards offers a full range of yacht repair, maintenance, and customization for boats up to 50′ LOA. The following list highlights many of the key yacht services our two McMichael Yacht Yards offer.  Larger yachts and sailboats are traditionally serviced at the McMichael Post Road Yard while power boats are serviced by the McMichael Rushmore Yard.

Interior Cleaning & Restoration

If asked, you’d probably name these three priorities for your boat: reliability/performance, appearance, and being clean. Regardless how diligent you are about cleaning your boat after every use, there are still nooks and crannies that you just never get to. Under the sink in the head, behind the garbage bucket in the galley, down deep in lockers and the anchor chain well.

Dirt and dampness in these areas can create mildew and mold – two things no owner wants on a boat. McMichael can help you avoid these conditions during the season, at decommissioning (so small problems don’t become large ones over the winter), or during a spring commissioning. We offer the following services in our yard, and, is some instances, can travel to clean and restore your boat:

• Deep cleaning services – interior and exterior
• Cushion repairs and replacements
• Interior woodwork cleaning and refurbishment
• Engine compartment cleaning

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Canvas Repair & Replacement

The majority of your boat’s canvas is exposed to the elements most of the time. On a mooring or a dock, your cockpit and sail covers must withstand the damaging forces of UV rays, rain, cold, and heat. Canvas eventually dries out and, if not repaired or replaced, the part of your boat the canvas was designated to protect is left exposed.

McMichael has partnerships with canvas professionals who will come to your boat, take custom measurements, present to you your canvas and trim options, create new pieces, and install them. Keep your boat looking good and operating properly by always having quality protective canvas covering in place.

McMichael and its partners can also assist with decorative canvas work including new cushion covers for the interior and cockpit as well as accent cushions and other accessories.

It's often the interior and exterior wood trim that enables a boat to standout. Having woodwork that is worn, chipped or missing can deliver the wrong message about a boat and its owner. The skilled carpentry and woodcare team at McMichael can bring new life back to your boat.

Our carpentry and woodcare solutions include:

• Replacing broken woodwork
• Fixing and replacing cabinetry and lazarette covers
• Cleaning and renewing unvarnished teak decks and accessories
• Replacing/repairing floorboards
• Full varnish services
• Adding new components (handrails, hatch covers, trim pieces)

Electronics

Some of the electronics on your boat are simple, and you can figure them out yourselves; however, the majority of them are sophisticated, computer-driven digital readouts that are as complicated as the computer on your desk. Rather than risk damaging your instruments (or your computer), you call in a trained electronic technician when needed. For your boat, the electronics team at McMichael has no peers.

Installation We will replace antiquated or broken electronic instruments with state-of-the-art systems from all the major suppliers including B&G, Garmin, and Raymarine. We will expertly connect them to sensors on your mast, through your hull, on your engine, or throughout your boat to provide you accurate and dependable information always.

Repair Should you have a problem with one of your electrical systems, the McMichael electronics team will diagnose, fix or replace the broken instrument, sensor, or system. We work quickly and often the only delay for repairs is awaiting receipt of the replacement parts.

Interior & Exterior Lighting While not as complex as digital instrumentation, having properly installed lighting systems will allow you to enjoy your boat to its fullest.

Nothing is more frustrating than going below in your boat in the dark and your cabin lights don’t work. We will test your lighting system, replace faulty bulbs, connectors, fittings, and switches so the next time you need illumination, the lights go on.

Your on-deck and navigational lights also need regular maintenance and, at times, repairs/upgrades. Nothing is worse than one of your navigational lights not working when making a passage in the dark. We fix these systems all the time.

And, if you’re in the mood for some custom underwater or on-the-mast display lighting while at anchor, we will help you design and then install decorative lighting systems to make your boat standout in the fleet.

Engines & Mechanical

Regardless of whether you have a power boat or a sailboat, having a well-maintained engine that you can rely upon is the foundation of any boating season. McMichael provides professional engine and mechanical services for all manufacturer’s products. We also service inboards, outdrives, and outboards at both of our yards.

McMichael provides trained and certified service for: Yamaha, Volvo Penta and Yanmar.

Maintenance The ideal time to perform routine maintenance on your engine is in the spring before the boat is fully commissioned. We will check and replace as necessary all fluids, filters, and belts.

We will also conduct manufacturer-recommended diagnostics as required to identify and address any potential issues before they become on-the-water problems.

Repair Nothing is more frustrating than when your boat’s engine breaks down. The mechanical team at McMichael has “seen it all” and stands at the ready to diagnose and correct whatever malfunction is keeping your engine from operating properly.

Our customers appreciate the special relationships they have developed with our service team over the years and often call us when away on a cruise to help them diagnose and correct an engine problem. This is the high-touch service that McMichael is known for.

Replacement When an engine has reached the end of its life, you don’t have to scuttle the boat. For over 80 years, McMichael has been putting new life into customers’ boats by repowering them with new, state-of-the-art engines and components.

Fiberglass Repair

Chances are that the majority of your boat’s hull and interior are made of fiberglass. This strong, lightweight material is ideal for boat building, however, over time it can craze or crack and, thanks to the occasional mishap, become punctured or otherwise damaged.

It’s a true art to be able to repair, refresh, and renew the structure or surface made of fiberglass. McMichael has the best fiberglass repair team in the northeast and has decades of experience making tired, worn, or damaged fiberglass surfaces look new. Topsides, decks, interiors made to look as they were the day your bought the boat will let you enjoy your time one the water even more.

There may be many systems in your boat you know how to fix yourself, but hydraulic systems are probably not one of them. Have McMichael inspect your boats’ hydraulic systems, report on any problems detected, and make the necessary repairs. These would include hydraulics controlling:

• Backstay and headstay rams
• Mast lifters
• Steering controls
• Floor/deck lifting systems
• Drop-down swim platforms
• Pumps, lines, connectors, and pressure indicators

Making sure your boat’s topsides and bottom are properly painted will deliver benefits on many levels. Obviously, having proper bottom paint on a boat stored in the water all summer will help deter a fouled bottom. Fouled bottoms not only look unsightly, but they dramatically reduce your boat’s performance (speed capabilities and fuel economy). And, if your topsides look tired and worn, a new coat of paint can give your boat a new lease on life.

Talk to McMichael about the painting needs of your boat including:

Racing Bottoms For performance sailboat racers, having a smooth, clean, and fast bottom can put you on the podium…or keep you off it. Some of the area’s fastest racers have had McMichael put our custom “racing bottoms” on their boats. With a choice of paint colors and ablative characteristics, our racing bottoms are custom sprayed, faired, and sanded down to 800 grit paper. A racing bottom will cost you a bit more, but it will pay for itself multiple times over with the performance improvements you’ll experience

Club Bottoms Even if racing isn’t your thing, you still want to have a clean, well performing bottom so you can cruise more efficiently and burn less fuel when under power. McMichael offers a broad range of bottom paints that will help fight algae build-up that will accumulate over the summer. Talk with us about your plans for your boat and where you store it. Then, we’ll recommend a bottom paint option that will fit your needs and your budget.

Topsides Clean, shinny topsides make are a positive reflection of your boat and you as its owner. If your topsides are dull and oxidizing, you have two options:

• You can repaint your topsides in the current or a new color, or,
• If appropriate, McMichael can polish and buff the current topside paint to possibly renew its luster.

Decks You and your on-board companions are usually the only ones to get a close-up look at the condition of your deck paint. Regardless, your deck paint is important for both cosmetic and moisture-prevention purposes. If your deck paint is getting flaky, dull or is starting to crack and craze, talk to McMichael about the benefits of having your deck paint renewed, particularly if the underlying surface has shown signs of cracks that would allow damaging moisture between the deck and the interior’s overhead.

Plumbing Systems

A boat’s plumbing systems are probably the least thought-about parts of a boat…until they don’t work. McMichael’s plumbing systems team can repair any damaged system on your boat and, importantly, the team is trained to routinely inspect the condition of your plumbing systems performing preventative maintenance so you can avoid those awkward and embarrassing situations when your boat’s plumbing goes foul.

• Electric or manual
• Hardware/fittings
• Hoses and connectors
• Holding tanks and pump-out connectors

Water Pumps

• Actual pumps
• Hot and cold-water systems
• Water tanks
• Deck fill fittings
• Washdown systems

Running Rigging On sailboats, the running rigging incurs the wear and tear during normal use. It’s not your fault that the covering on a halyard or sheet is worn, it’s just part of sailing. McMichael will check your running rigging, let you know if any lines need replacement, and then do the work for you including:

• Inspecting sheets and halyards for worn spots
• Rewhip frayed ends of lines
• Inspect running backstay systems
• Check that all control lines (vang, cunningham, etc.) are in serviceable condition

Standing Rigging On your sailboat, perhaps the last things you routinely check for wear and tear are the various component’s standing rigging. If one or more parts of your standing rigging should fail, you could be facing major problems…and expenses. Contact McMichael and have us check your standing rigging. If any parts need servicing or replacement, we’ll contact you immediately with a recommend plan of attack. Let us check for the following:

Mast and Boom

• Signs of pitting around where fixtures are attached
• Blocks’ sheaves not worn and leads in working condition?
• Spreader attachment points signs of wear or fatigue
• Paint chips
• Stress cracks

Shroud Servicing

• Swage attachment point condition
• Spreader endcaps padded
• Failing wire shroud at swage points
• Condition of turnbuckles

Headstay Furlers

• Roller furler bearings condition – top and bottom
• Furler line condition
• Headstay foil condition
• Installation of proper luff feeder
• If any stanchions are wobbly and need to be reseated
• Bent stanchions or pulpits
• Are lifelines fraying or wearing
• Do some of the lifelines require padding

Furling Systems

• Dutchman lines are still serviceable
• Permanent boom sail covers are in good shape
• In-boom furlers are properly lubricated and aligned
• All control lines are in satisfactory condition

Racing Prep

If you race your sailboat, you know there’s a lot that goes into preparing a competitive program. Many of the boats that have come to McMichael for racing prep have made it to the podium in club, regional, national, and international regattas.

McMichael offers racing sailors top-of-the-line sailboat racing prep in a range of areas:

• Ratings measurements – ORC, ORR, PHRF
• Racing bottoms (photo)
• Upgraded  standing rigging
• Upgraded running rigging
• Grand-prix navigational instruments

Brett Lyall A lifelong, passionate boater, Brett brings 26 years of sailing and 18 years of powerboat knowledge to the McMichael team. His background includes Environmental engineering and consulting, along with 7 years of sales and marketing experience in the luxury market. In addition to being an avid fisherman, surfer, and scuba diver, he is a sailing coach and has crewed extensively offshore on a variety of boats from J109, J105, J99 and 112E to a Gunboat 57. His knowledge of all things boating related is second only to his reputation for exceptional customer service and professionalism.

Doug Conner Doug’s life-long love of all things nautical naturally led him to pursue a career in luxury yacht brokerage. His professional background in sales and marketing, combined with his overall experience in and passion for the yachting industry, makes him a valuable asset to his clients for sail and power boats. Doug is committed to providing his clients with honest, professional, knowledgeable, and personal service.

Myles McQuone Myles is a licensed captain from age 18. He is a third Generation Merchant Mariner, operating boats runs deep in his family. Myles has held multiple roles within the marine industry between Marine Towing and Salvage, Marine Technician and Marine Service Manager. Myles’ focus has always had the customers best interest in mind; expect the same attention while consulting with Myles.

Ethan Morawski Ethan grew up in Fairfield CT and has been sailing for 13 years and powerboating for 10 years all over Long Island Sound. He has worked in the marine industry since High School and has an excellent reputation for superb customer service, seamanship, and attention to details. He is a graduate of Bryant University in RI.

Position Title: Boat Yard Crew Member Position Type: Full-time Experience level:  2-3 years preferred

Reports to: Service Manager

Job Description and Summary: In this position you will work alongside a team of supportive and experienced marine industry professionals. Your primary role will be to support the efficient daily operations of the McMichael yacht yard and the satisfaction of our customers.

This will include a variety of functions and tasks including basic property maintenance, launch and recovery of boats, cleaning, crane and forklift operations, blocking boats, and winter storage and other relevant duties as assigned.

Core Skills:

• Ability to clearly understand instructions and complete tasks accordingly
• Mechanically inclined
• Able to lift and reposition equipment, tools, and materials
• Basic boat operations – power and sail (will train)
• Strong communication skills, verbal and written
• Focus on customer satisfaction
• Proactive mindset
• Able to work unsupervised
• Ability to collaboratively work well with other team members

Responsibilities:

• Support of daily operations
• Support clients boating activities, prepping boats, fueling, etc.
• Safe operation of company vehicles, forklifts, and equipment, including trailer handling
• Haul, block and launch boats
• Boat cleaning and detailing
• Bottom paint and waxing boats
• Dock and marina area maintenance
• Shrink wrapping
• Repositioning boats

The ideal candidate is someone who will enjoy the nautical environment of the boatyard, which includes being around boats and being on the water. They will have at least two to three years of experience at a previous boat yard or yacht club. Their background will include a familiarity with boats. They will be someone who enjoys the boating lifestyle and enjoys working outdoors. They value working in a team and being part of a family-owned organization an enhancing part of the local community. We encourage you to apply if you do not have the experience but are dedicated to building a career in the marine industry.

What does a typical workday look like? A typical morning could involve arriving and immediately removing covers, prepping several boats to be launched and readied for use by their clients. You could find yourself assisting with changing a large tire on a trailer or rigging and craning a boat onto a truck for transportation. Daily activities will also include basic maintenance of the boatyard facilities which includes painting, building repair, emptying garbage, and cleaning, as well as assisting technicians with boat maintenance.

Salary range: $15 – $30

Email: [email protected]

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Position Title: Fiberglass / GelCoat Technician Position Type: Full-time Experience level:  2-3 years preferred

Job Description and Summary: In this position you will work alongside a team of supportive and experienced marine industry professionals. Your primary role will be fiberglass and gel-coat repair work on sailboats and powerboats. The fiberglass work will include everything from small parts repair to structural repair and rebuilds. The gelcoat work will be similarly inclusive and will also involve spaying hull bottoms and topsides with boat bottom paint and gelcoat.

• Working with vinylester, polyester, and epoxy resins
• Experience working with various coring materials
• Knowledge of gelcoat matching and application
• Cutting, grinding and finish sanding
• Visually spot imperfections in all parts
• Use of buffers, DA’s, pencil grinders etc.
• Finish buffing and polishing
• Exceptional paint rolling and spraying finishing
• Proactive mindset and able to work unsupervised
• Complete fiberglass and composite repair work to the highest possible standards
• Spray gelcoat, clear coat, and metal flake consistently and evenly to desired thickness
• Getting the customer back on the water with a safe operating boat
• Ensuring all repair work structurally and visually exceeds expectations
• Lifting heaving objects
• Assisting the entire service teams with various tasks

The ideal candidate is someone who will enjoy the nautical environment of the boatyard, which includes being around boats and being on the water. They will have at least two to three years of experience in fiberglass and composites fabrication or repair as well as experience with painting and gelcoat work or similar skill sets. Their background will include a familiarity with boats and enjoy delivering exceptional finish work. They will be someone who appreciates the boating lifestyle and working sail and powerboats. We are looking for a person who values working in a team and being part of a family-owned organization that is a respected part of the local community.

Salary and benefits: $50 – 70k, Medical, 401K

Position Title: Marine Service Mechanic Position Type: Full-time Experience level:  2-3 years preferred. Certifications Preferred. Equal skills and high motivation also accepted.

Job Description and Summary: In this position you will work alongside a team of supportive and experienced marine industry professionals. Your primary role will be engine maintenance and repairs for both gas and diesel engine systems as well as service and repair work on a variety of other boat system. A large part of this position will include troubleshooting, engine and drive preventative maintenance, emergency repairs at the yard or at the location of the boat needing service. You will be working on inboard and outboard systems and interacting and communicating with our boaters, so a focus on customer service is an important skill. Certification not initial required but is a plus.

• Effective and knowledgeable mechanic
• Problem solving – engines, drives, control systems and electrical
• Mechanical and electrical troubleshooting
• Engine rebuilds, 12v DC systems, machining work
• Gas and diesel engine/generator operations
• Wiring and soldering
• Performing maintenance and repairs safely and quickly
• Have your own set of tools
• Performing functionality checks on engines and systems
• Basic boat operations

The ideal candidate is someone who will enjoy the nautical environment of the boatyard, which includes being around boats and being on the water. They will have at least two to three years of experience as a marine service technician, automotive mechanic, Gen Tech, or similar skill sets. Their background will include a familiarity with boats and enjoy solving mechanical and systems issues. They will be someone who enjoys the boating lifestyle and working outdoors. They value working in a team and being part of a family-owned organization an enhancing part of the local community. We encourage you to apply if you do not have the experience but are dedicated to building a career in the marine service industry.

Salary and benefits: $60 – 80k, Medical, 401K

Position Title: Yacht Sales Consultant Position Type: Full-time Experience level:  2-3 years preferred

Reports to: Sales Manager

Job Description and Summary: In this position you will work alongside the McMichael Sales Team to consult with our client boaters, guiding them to find and purchase the best yacht for their modern boating needs. You will work with an experienced team that specializes in premium racing and sailing yachts, as well as high-performance inboard and outboard day and cruising power yachts. You will work with existing clients as well as being responsible for identifying, nurturing, and closing new clients. You will cultivate relationships with our clients and their families that demonstrate the highest degree of professionalism for the McMichael brand. You will be supported by the team to help you locate, acquire, and nurture prospective new client boaters. You will be a part of a sales and service team that caters to the all-encompassing boating needs of the McMichael community of boaters.

• Active listening
• Conveying key features and distinguishing selling points of a given boat model
• Ability to close high-value sales from $500k – $3M
• Prospect farming
• Excellent negotiating skills
• Influencing with content through digital and social media tools
• Consulting with and guiding clients effectively
• Proactive mindset that fosters successful unsupervised work
• Ability to work collaboratively with other team members
• Close deals on new yacht sales
• Deliver world class service in the form of professionalism, knowledge, and customer service
• Acquire and develop prospects into leads, then into new boat sales
• Attend boat shows and events to meet with and engage boaters
• Use digital and social media tools to engage with boaters
• Secure used boat listings
• Close used boat sales
• Guide boaters through the research, selection, specification, closing, delivery, and commissioning process
• Work with the Sales Team to constantly increase brand and model knowledge
• Influence your client boaters to choose McMichael Yards for their boat servicing and storage needs

The ideal candidate is someone who will enjoy the nautical/boating lifestyle and has grown up around boats. They will have previous experience selling in the corporate environment, in addition to a strong boating background and several years of selling yachts over 30 feet and over $500K. They will be an excellent communicator who is able to convey information clearly and concisely. They will be motivated to constantly learn more and achieve more regarding new boats and sales goals. They will be a person who can collaborate with all the members of the sales team to find creative solutions to barriers and issues.

Experience Level Experienced as a sail or power boater or similar industry background 2-3 years preferred

Salary and benefits: Base of $50 – $70k, commissions, Medical, 401K

John Glynn John brings to McMichael more than three decades of sailing, boating and sales experience. In addition to his time at BEYC, Glynn’s resume includes years as an Associate Editor (and Contributing Editor) for Sailing World magazine, where he was part of the team that created both the “Boat of the Year” awards and the NOOD Regattas. Over the years he has raced aboard C&C 40s, New York 36s, J/35s, Express 37s and Farr 40s, as well as his own J/30 and Soverel 33 Grey Seal. He boats with his family out of Captain Harbor in Greenwich, CT.

“John brings a wealth of experience as a racer, boat owner and industry professional,” said Michael Beers, McMichael Sales Manager. “He will be a fantastic resource for his clients in buying and selling boats. We’re proud to have him on our team, and his background will help us continue to fulfill our motto, ‘Experience Counts!’”

“I’ve been fortunate enough to spend my career in and around the sailing and boating community, enabling me to love the various jobs I’ve held,” said Glynn. “In joining McMichael Yacht Brokers I’ve found another fresh, new outlet from which to apply my knowledge of and passion for yachting. Moreover, I’m able to do that while working in the company of some of the finest yacht brokers in the business. It is my hope to bring to my brokerage customers a sense of confidence and satisfaction as they make yacht transactions, both from the buyer’s and seller’s sides.”

Cameron Campbell Cameron has been boating his entire life, starting as a toddler on Great South Bay on Long Island. He grew up in Connecticut and spent every summer on Long Island Sound. In college he was a member of the University of Rhode Island Sailing Team and also ran operations at the URI Waterfront Center. After college he was an ASA Sailing Instructor at the New York Sailing School on City Island and then for Olympic Circle Sailing on San Francisco Bay. He participated in many regattas on both coasts in both small and large boats. He owned a Sabre for many years which he cruised from Annapolis to Maine. Cameron also has experience with power boats ranging from center consoles though larger cruisers.

Cameron has been working with clients preparing for Bermuda races, extensive blue water cruising, and many that are new to boating.

Rick Fleig Rick grew up on Long Island spending many years sailing on the Sound in everything from J/22′s to J/105′s, Custom C&C 41′s and many other boats, competing in all the major Northeast events. This experience and passion for sailing led him on a path to sail in the 1987 America’s Cup in Perth, Australia with both the Courageous and USA Syndicates. He has sailed in many major international regattas, including the Swan World Championships in Sardinia, the World 6 Meter Championships in Portofino, Italy, and several Newport Bermuda races.

Rick combines his extensive sailing background with both the marine and sports industry, having worked as a regional sales manager at SunfishLaser and Vanguard Sailboats, and prior to that as a regional sales representative with sporting goods giant Nike. He believes that building relationships and understanding the clients’ needs are essential in helping customers have a great experience with their boats. He works out of the McMichael Yacht Broker’s Newport office at the Newport Shipyard.

Rick resides in Portsmouth, RI, with his family, having fallen in love with the Newport area during his many sailing events there. He recently retired as the director/coach of the Portsmouth High School Sailing Team after many years, and along with his wife, Carline, now enjoys his time proudly following their youngest son, Tyler, who just finished his second year at the US Naval Academy. Tyler is a very accomplished sailor himself, and a member of the nationally ranked USNA dinghy sailing team. Rick is a member of Sail Newport and can be seen racing many weeknights and weekends in all the local events in a variety of boats.

Michael Beers Michael is a licensed captain and active racer who began his sailing career in Boston on the Charles River. As someone who did not grow up sailing, he especially enjoys introducing new boaters to the sport. Michael has a proven track record of working tirelessly for his clients, and enjoys working directly with buyers to identify the best possible “next boat” from the many options available. He is an active racer, recently racing in the J/70 fleet at Quantum Key West Race Week and aboard the J/130 Dragonly in the 2012 Newport Bermuda Race.

Prior to joining McMichael in 2007, he captained the 80′ schooner Adirondack II in Newport, RI and was an instructor at Offshore Sailing. In his free time, he enjoys cruising his Sabre.

Todd Williams Todd started sailing on his family’s cruising boat before his memory serves. His love of racing was cultivated through sailing Blue Jays and Lasers in Pequot Yacht Club’s junior program.  Since then he has actively raced in the J105 fleet, J109 fleet, and helped form the J122 class. He also developed and helped launch the LIS IRC 35 class.  Todd is an experienced distance sailor and was involved with winning the Vineyard race class and IRC overall aboard the J122 Partnership.  

Todd enjoys using his extensive knowledge of boating to find his clients the boat that best suits their needs.  He is dedicated to providing the best possible service to all his customers.  Todd can often be found racing with clients and helping them build their racing programs. Through the years, he has custom built many J/Boats, Alerions, and MJM power boats for clients, many of whom he now considers personal friends.

During the winter season you may spot the Williams family on the slopes at Okemo where they have a ski house.

Andy Kaplan Starting October 4, Andrew (Andy) Kaplan has joined the brokerage team at McMichael Yacht Yards & Brokers. The addition increases the McMichael roster to seven full-time yacht brokers serving customers up and down the east coast with a concentration on the Long Island Sound and Narragansett Bay. He will work primarily out of the McMichael Mamaroneck, NY, office as well as Martha’s Vineyard.

“Andy is bringing to McMichael a lifetime of experience in sail and power boating with a keen focus in the sailboat racing world,” said McMichael President Steve Leicht. “His broad familiarity with offshore and one-design sailboats combined with his powerboating experience makes him an ideal addition to our brokerage team.”

Kaplan spent the majority of his career in finance including helping create the Quattro Global Capital, LLC where he was a principal and head of operation and marketing. “I believe that my financial sales and management experience is a great asset as I transition to yacht brokerage,” noted Kaplan. “While they are different industries, to succeed in either you need similar disciplines when matching buyers with the right product. That’s what creates and maintains long term customer relationships.”

Kaplan grew-up in Mamaroneck and has been a member of the Larchmont Yacht Club for over 30 years where he has been active in the Club’s leadership. He lives in New Rochelle, NY, and on Martha’s Vineyard, MA.

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Servicing a winch and keeping it running smoothly is not only part of good boat care, it's also critical to safety on board. The experts at Harken UK showed Theo Stocker how it's done

Harken Radial Winch Credit: Theo Stocker

Winches carry huge loads. If the internal mechanism doesn’t work properly, the winch can spin and pass these loads straight through the handle, which can be enough to break an arm.

Keeping your winches running smoothly is a safety-critical job, as well making sail handling that much easier. The good news is that modern winches are evolving to make maintenance easier and reduce the time required for the annual service.

It is best to service your winches on a work bench

Once you know what you’re doing, it shouldn’t take more than an hour to an hour and a half to service a winch.

That’s a morning’s work for two of you on board.

It is worth doing at the end of the season before leaving the boat on the hard for the winter.

We went along to Harken’s customer service centre in Lymington , where senior technical service advisor Alun Hughes took us through the finer points of servicing a winch.

What you need for servicing winches

Servicing on a work bench is the best place to do it, and many winches can be unbolted from the deck surprisingly easily.

If you do it in situ, be careful not to lose small moving parts – pawls, springs, and bearing rings.

A piece of cloth or card taped to the deck and over the guard rails can help.

Or cut a hole in the bottom of a cardboard box and tape that over the winch as a catch-all device.

Cover your decks to protect them from oil or grease, and have a flat area to lay out the parts in order.

This will make putting the winch back together much easier.

Depending on the make, type and age of winch you’re servicing, you may need different tools.

Check beforehand what spares you may need so you can do the job in one go.

Tools you’ll need:

• Large flat-headed screwdriver
• Small flat-headed screwdriver (fine enough to get under pawl springs)
• Plastic mallet
• Spare pawls
• Pawl springs
• Winch grease
• Pawl oil (machine oil)
• 1 inch brush
• Containers for clean and dirty parts, or tray to lay them out on.

Another tool that can come in handy to hold the winch steady is an old winch handle, out of which you have drilled the locking mechanism.

This will let you unscrew the screw at the base of the handle socket

Things to look out for when servicing your winches

You’d be surprised how much muck can build up inside your winches.

This winch was serviced 12 months previously and, after a winter on the hard, was used on a racing boat for one season in the Solent.

Bearings must run free

It is completely caked in solidified grease, salt and dirt.

The pawls are not free to spring into place – a real safety concern.

Clogged pawls

The bearings aren’t spinning freely, risking doing major damage to the winch.

Making sure that it’s clean is crucial to prolonging its life before it needs replacement, and preventing injuries on board if it back-winds.

Disassembling the winch

1. All winches will have some form of top plate holding the self-taling arm on and the rest of the winch in place.

Harken winches have a screw at base of handle socket, and once loosened the screw will remain captive.

First, remove the socket and top cover.

Lewmar winches have an O-ring that locks the stripper arm in place, and two small collets sit in a groove to hold the spindle in place.

Older winches such as those manufactured by Gibb and less modern Antal winches often have a circlip holding a top plate in place.

Andersen winches are secured with three screws.

On the Harken winch (above), there are three screws under the top plate to remove the self tailing arm.

2. Slide the main drum up.

While you are doing this, be sure to tip the top of the drum away from you so the base is pointing inboard.

Be careful when you are doing this because any bearing rings that have come off with the drum could slide out and roll away from you.

The inner drum assembly takes much of the lateral loading in the winch.

This means the bearing surfaces and ring gear are most likely to get gummed up with salt and dirt that has mixed with the winch grease.

Slide the bearing rings up and off the inner drum, carefully checking the bearing cage and bearings for cracking, scoring or any other problems.

3. Next, undo the screws holding the inner drum assembly together (found on the Harken winch).

It may need a light tap to loosen it – then lift it off and tip it away from you again, as there are more bearings inside.

Around the bottom of the inner drum assembly, your winch may also have a ring of bearings, though some have simple bushings.

It should not be necessary for you to take these bearings apart – a spray cleaner should be sufficient.

You should also check that there is a gap of a couple of bearings’ width so that the bearing can spin freely.

Be sure to have a look inside the inner drum assembly.

This may be the worst for salt and a build-up of dirt, as it is positioned immediately underneath the handle socket.

4. You can then remove the spindle and bottom gear.

The bottom gears connect the shaft to the drum, so take much of the rotational loading of the winch.

The bottom gear may need a screwdriver underneath it to persuade it upwards.

Place the whole assembly in a pot to avoid it getting muddled with other parts.

Inspecting the gears is a crucial step, as a failure here can result in gears not engaging, and the full load on the winch being passed into the winch handle,

If you find excessive wear, it could be due to dirt or lack of servicing, or the fact that the winch has been used in too high a gear.

Reversing the handle and using the easier gear sooner can help prevent wearing the edges of the pawls and gears.

5. When removing the pawls, make sure you keep the right pawls with the right gear, as these range in size from 8-12mm.

Do this for each of the gears, including the idler gear and main drive gear.

Check all surfaces and if they’re looking worn, cracked or dented then they should be replaced.

6. Pinions are the vertical steel pins around which the gears revolve.

On older Harken winches, these were set directly into the base metal but not supported at the top.

On newer winches they are supported top and bottom and held in plastic bushings.

On Lewmar winches, they are slotted in from above, in which case you’ll have to lift them out to remove the gears.

Any movement in these at all is a major concern.

If it is an issue you should definitely talk to the manufacturer.

The plastic bushings at either end of the gear pinions on modern winches need o be checked to make sure the bushings are not cracked or worn.

If they are, they can be easily removed, cleaned and replaced.

Cleaning and reassembling winches

1. A wipe down with a clean rag may be sufficient, but if there’s any more than clean grease, it’s best to use a solvent.

Professionals often have cleaning baths which most of us have access to.

Using mineral-based solvents such as diesel, petrol or thinners will work.

These shouldn’t be used if you’re doing the servicing on board, as they are environmentally harmful and can mark or damage decks.

Water-soluble degreasers such as bike cleaning products are better.

Pour 2 inches into the bottom of a bucket and use a stiff-bristled tooth brush to get all the grease out.

Flat bearing surfaces can be cleaned with a plastic scourer or Scotchbrite pad, but never use wire wool or a metal scraper.

Rinse the parts with a detergent to remove traces that would degrade the new grease.

2. If you’ve laid out the parts in the order they came off, putting the winch back together should be straightforward.

Otherwise an exploded diagram from the manufacturer will be a help.

You can re-grease each component as you put it back together.

Racing boats that are serviced regularly use oil to minimise friction, but suitable grease is fine for everything but these elite boats.

You’re aiming for a thin, even coat on any surfaces with metal-on-metal contact, with no blobs that will harden and gum up over time.

This is best done by brushing the grease on with a 1inch brush.

A white or coloured grease, rather than clear, will help you see if you’ve missed any bits.

3. When it comes to the pawls, the viscosity of grease can make these stick and stop the ratchet engaging.

The springs and pawls, and their housings, therefore just need a two drops of mineral oil – one below and above the pawl socket.

Use proper pawl oil here, as standard oils such as 3-in-1 are too light and will quickly rinse out.

When replacing the pawl spring, note that for some makes, one arm is straight from the circular part and the other is bent perpendicular.

The straight arm lies against the pawl, and the bent arm lies against the pawl housing in the gear ring .

4. Pinch the spring and pawl together and slide into the gear ring before replacing the assembly.

Give it a spin to make sure it’s engaging properly with the gear.

On modern winches the ratchet gear ring can be bi-directional, meaning its internal teeth will engage with the pawls whichever way it’s put on.

Every other year, flip over which way this is put on to prolong life.

Older winches need the gears to face one way.

Make sure the end face of the pawl sits flush against the gear ratchet and clicks positively onto the next one.

Place the pawl cover plate over the gear ring before greasing the shaft.

Finally, give the outside of the bearings a light brush with grease.

5. The main bearing rings of modern winches are self-lubricating nylon rather than metal.

They should just need a rinse off to remove the salt, though a little grease on the central bearing surface is a good idea.

With the central housing dropped back in place, replace the screws to be hand-tight.

If you have a torque driver, you can check this, but it’s not essential.

Tighten the screws nearest to the drive gear first and then work your way round.

If stainless screws go into bronze, it’s worth using Tef-Gel paste to prevent corrosion between dissimilar metals.

At each stage of reassembling the winch, spin the gears to make sure they are engaging properly.

Check you’ve put it all back together correctly.

6. Before you replace the drum, make sure the ring gear teeth around the inside of its base are all evenly coated with grease.

If your winch is self-tailing, replace the rope stripper.

Most winches give some options of how to line this up.

You want it pointing into the cockpit so line coming off the winch doesn’t go overboard.

The self-tailing gripper rings are held together with springs.

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If you’ve found thin ropes slipping in these, at this point you can add extra springs to increase their holding power.

Replace the socket and screw into place.

If your winch has a circlip or other fastening, replace this.

If your winch is screwed together, you can use a drop of Locktite 243 to protect against vibration, but it isn’t essential.

Insert the winch handle and make sure the winch works in both directions.

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Captain Dave Subers is a boat delivery and charter specialist with a USCG 100-ton Masters License , as well as thousands of miles of experience. He personally handles vessel relocation jobs, but he also has many licensed Captains, Mates and Engineers available to help with the safe and timely of your vessel.

As a responsible captain, there are two things that he prioritizes in every vessel relocation job his business handles: the safety of everybody in the yacht, and the proper care and protection of the vessel.

Yacht Delivery

Our yacht delivery and relocation services include deliveries to new owners, vessel relocations to new cruising grounds, transfers between dealerships, moving the yacht for the upcoming season, and repositioning for boat shows. With Trusted Yacht Delivery, you can expect that your precious yacht will be delivered to the target location in excellent condition.

Serving the entire East Coast throughout the Caribbean, the Gulf Coast, and anywhere around the world.

Long Distance Deliveries

Long distance delivery jobs are physically demanding and may continue for more than a day, so the Captain will have to bring an additional crewmember with him.

Hiring an extra crewmember can give you peace of mind knowing that your valuable boat will be delivered in a safe and responsible manner. On long distance deliveries, you can expect that your vessel will arrive to you in excellent condition.

A report regarding the overall condition of your vessel will be provided to you upon completion of the boat delivery.

Vacation Yacht Delivery

If you want to make the most out of your vacation with family or friends, have your vessel delivered straight to your vacation destination instead of having to take it there yourself. This eliminates the need to worry about how to get the boat to the desired location and also frees up a lot of your time, allowing you to solely focus your attention on enjoying and having fun. And once the vacation concludes, you can have your vessel safely returned to your home port.

We understand that time can indeed be limited to some vacationers. If that’s the case for you, Captain Dave Subers and his experienced crew can help you out. We will come to your home port and pilot your vessel to your desired vacation spot, giving you the convenient option to book a plane to your destination and arrive there early. After the vacation, your yacht will be safely returned to your property.

Vessel Port-to-Port Delivery

For vessels that need to be transferred to a new location, Captain Dave Subers and his experienced crew can handle one-way vessel deliveries with ease. Whether it’s a commercial vessel, a motor vessel, or a powerboat, we can safely deliver it from any port to the boat dock or harbor of your choice.

As a yacht delivery business that prioritizes the safety of his clients’ vessels, we will use near coastal ocean routes for vessel deliveries whenever possible, making every yacht delivery as safe as it can be. Aside from that, we will do our best to move the vessel when the sun is up and select the route that is safest for sailing.

Select Boat Delivery Projects over the past year...

64' absolute navetta miami, fl to bimini bahamas + local training, 38' tiara stuart, fl to fort myers, fl, 43' mainship sedan fort myers, fl to daytona beach, fl, 64' offshore yacht charleston, sc to boca raton, fl, 50' galeon fly sarasota, fl to watts bar, tn, 42' regal fly fort myers, fl to jupiter, fl, 60' viking my punta gorda, fl to melbourne, fl, 65' grand alaskan annapolis, md to naples, fl, 48' searay fly boca raton to cape coral, fl, 60' sunreef wpb to nyc, 35' meridian palatka, fl to sarasota, fl, 44' defever local new owner training, 35' monteray local yard delivery, 36' monk port charlotte, fl to port labelle, fl, 47' grand banks tampa, fl to myrtle beach, sc, 46' sessa survey, 42' jefferson local yard delivery, 35' tiara port charlotte to miami, fl, 47' sabreline greenwich, ct to jacksonville, fl, 48' lagoon british virgin islands (bvi), 59' marquis south florida/bahamas, 63' grand alaskan ft. pierce, fl to punta gorda, fl, 48' searay miami, fl to norseman yard, 55 hatteras stanford, ct to jacksonville, fl, 68 hatteras cockpit my key west, fl to west palm beach, fl, 42 regal pompano beach, fl to jacksonville, fl, 41 hunter dsc gulfport, ms to kemah, tx, 48' absolute navetta las olas, fl to orange beach, al, 43' cruisers danvers, ma to baltimore, md, 63' hatteras fort lauderdale, fl to stuart, fl, 54' savannah stuart, fl - new capt training, 63' bertram npb, fl to eleuthera, bahamas, 75' hatteras jupiter, fl to west palm beach, fl, 52' viking nassau, bahamas to west palm beach, fl, 53' tiara coupe hobe sound, fl to westbrook, ct, 46' azimut boca raton, fl to tampa, fl, 45 lagoon fort lauderdale, fl to key west, fl, 42' boston whaler miami, fl to port everglades, fl.

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4726 SE Capstan Ave Suite 5C, Stuart, FL 34997

Trusted Yacht Delivery is a captain delivery and charter service for yacht deliveries, vessel relocations and charter captain services.

We have a select group of experienced master captains and crew available to accommodate your schedule and to provide an efficient delivery or charter captain based on the logistics of the trip.

We will pair the best captain and crew for your delivery or charter based on your needs so you have the best people for the job based on location, age of your boat, guest needs, etc.

Call us today at 855-373-0700 for a free quote, or complete our boat delivery quote form .

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UGA students help save 3 after car goes into Brier Creek

SARDIS, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - Five University of Georgia students are being called heroes after they helped save three people when a car rolled into Brier Creek at the Ellison Bridge boat ramp on Friday.

According to the Burke County Sheriff’s Office, the students saw a white SUV leave the roadway and roll over into the creek.

The sheriff’s office says along with the driver, there were two children in the vehicle.

The students quickly jumped into the creek to help remove the occupants from the vehicle, officials say.

The Burke County Sheriff’s Office credited the young ladies, pictured above on its Facebook page, saying “they quickly turned around, went to the crash site, and without hesitation jumped in the water and pulled the driver and two children out of the vehicle. The quick thinking and bravery of these women is absolutely admirable. We are grateful you were in the right place at the right time

The Burke County Sheriff’s Office would like to acknowledge the following heroes:

Jane McArdle

Mary McCollum

Eleanor Cart

Clarke Jones

Kaitlyn Iannace

Great work by everyone involved. Sardis Police Department , Burke County EMA - GA and Burke County Georgia 911 ″.

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Around 5:30 p.m. Friday, officials said the road was shut down.

At 6:10 p.m., a spokesperson with the sheriff’s office said the scene was clean and the occupants were receiving treatment.

The sheriff’s office was assisted by the Sardis Police Department and Burke County emergency services.

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A rescue helicopter has joined police in the search for a man missing in a boating mishap during a family day out at a popular north Queensland dam.

Police were called to Kinchant Dam, about 35km south-west of Mackay, at 11.14am after the man and his daughter went overboard from their broken-down boat.

The girl, 9, was rescued from the water at 11.45am and taken to Mackay Base Hospital in a stable condition.

A Queensland police spokesperson said the man had not been seen since.

A woman and three other children were also on board and were safely taken to shore at 12.29pm.

A police boat, State Emergency Service volunteers with three boats, Queensland Fire and Rescue Service swift water rescue and CQ Rescue are part of the search efforts.

The dam has been closed to all recreational users, with campers at the popular site asked not to enter the water.

Challenging conditions

Senior Sergeant Trevor Robson said a man on a jet-ski had located the nine-year-old but could not find her father.

The rest of the family was rescued from the boat, which soon sank despite being anchored.

"The biggest challenge to finding him at the start was the weather and the cloud cover, which makes it very hard to see into the water," Senior Sergeant Robson said.

Family members remained at the dam this afternoon.

"We will go until the light fails us today and then we will be back first thing in the morning," Senior Sergeant Robson said.

Boat owners join search

The dam is a popular weekend destination for camping, boating, water sports and fishing.

Kinchant Waters Caravan Park lessee Gordon Howard said boat owners joined the search as soon as the accident was reported.

"We have heard that they couldn't get the boat running and the little girl fell overboard and her father jumped in to save her," Mr Howard said. 

"It's a very windy day on the water and the wind blew the boat away from the child.

"It's just a tragic situation for everyone here this weekend."

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