Central Marine
Tod Girvin
171 Midland Avenue
Midland, Ontario L4R 4K6
800-538-2164 | toll-free
705-526-4251 | phone
705-526-5512 | fax
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Hours of Operation
Monday: | 9:00 am - 6:00 pm | Tuesday: | 9:00 am - 6:00 pm | Wednesday: | 9:00 am - 6:00 pm | Thursday: | 9:00 am - 6:00 pm | Friday: | 9:00 am - 6:00 pm | Saturday: | 9:00 am - 5:00 pm | Sunday: | 9:00 am - 4:00 pm |
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Below Decks
- Check, test and lubricate seacocks
- Check condition of hoses and clamps
- Make sure below waterline hoses are double clamped
- Check bilges pumps for automatic and manual operation
- Check for oil in bilges
- Check limber holes and make sure they are clear of debris
General Engines and Fuel Systems
- Inspect fuel lines, including fill and vent hoses, for softness, brittleness or cracking
- Check all joints for leaks and make sure all lines are well supported with non-combustible clips or straps with smooth edges
- Inspect fuel tanks, fuel pumps and filters for leaks. Clamps should be snug and free of rust. Clean fuel filters.
- Inspect cooling hoses and fittings for stiffness, rot, leaks and/or cracking. Make sure they fit snugly and are double-clamped.
- Every few years, remove and inspect exhaust manifold for corrosion.
- Clean and tighten electrical connections, especially both ends of battery cables. Wire-brush battery terminals and fill cells with distilled water.
- Inspect bilge blower hose for leaks.
Outboard Engine(s)
- Replace spark plugs
- Check plug wires for wear
- Check prop for nicks and bends
- Change/fill gear lube
- Inspect fuel lines, primer bulb and tank for leaks
- Lubricate and spray moveable parts
- Inspect rubber outdrive bellows for cracked, dried and/or deteriorated spots (look especially in the folds), and replace if suspect
- Check power steering and power trim oil levels. Replace worn-out zincs.
- Inspect outer jacket of control cables. Cracks or swelling indicate corrosion and mean that the cable has to be replaced.
Galley
- Fill propane tank, check electric & manual valves, check storage box vent to make sure it is clear
- Check refrigerator, clean and freshen, operate on AC and DC
- Clean stove, check that all burners and oven are working
- Check microwave, if fitted
Sails
- Check general condition
- Look for wear and chafing
- Check battens and batten pockets
- Check all sail attachments
- Inspect bolt rope
Trailer
- Check for current registration
- Check rollers and pads
- Check and lubricate wheel bearings
- Clean and lubricate winch
- Lubricate tongue jack and wheel
- Test lights and electrical connections
- Check tire pressure and condition (remember the spare!)
- Check brakes (if equipped)
- Check safety chains
- Check tongue lock
- Inspect frame for rust and sand/paint as required
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