Matthias Vance
08.06.2021 11:09:29
Some are invasive species. Others bring bacteria, which could upset the freshwater ecosystem. [links]
See full version: 9 Problems With Boats In Saltwater (And What You Can Do)
Some are invasive species. Others bring bacteria, which could upset the freshwater ecosystem. [links]
While saltwater engines come with cooling systems that will flush the saltwater out, a manual flush or wash (with freshwater when you get back to the dock) is a good habit to develop. more
When you’re boating in freshwater, your boat should be using magnesium anodes.
Most outboards come with hose attachments, which makes the process easier.
So, I just told you where your problems would be. If the previous owner did his job and kept it cleaned up after a trip your problems are somewhat limited. If he was lazy. RUN!
If the boat won't convert, throw blessed fresh water on it and start chanting. Now, if I could just find a copy of Neptune's Chants. more
Re: Converting saltwater boat to freshwater boat? [links]
You'll also want to thoroughly check the trailer (brakes, rust, electrical) if it's been used in salt water.
Re: Converting saltwater boat to freshwater boat?
They usually already have done that at the factory. Take it back to the dealer and have him check the "low saline converter." Be sure it's been on "high" while you're using it in salt water. You can tell if the bilge water tastes salty--you'll need to drink about a pint to tell for sure. Have them check the relative bearing grease while they're at it.
While you’re able to get away with short trips in a freshwater boat in the ocean, you wouldn’t want to purchase one for long-term saltwater use, as it would require more maintenance and system modifications to be on-par with a boat designed for the ocean. Formulas aren’t limited to one or the others, so if you choose us, you will be good to go in either case.
Anodes function as sacrificial protection for your boat’s metal components that contact the water. Electrical currents in the water naturally erode the metal on your boat, so the anodes draw the electrical current to themselves and protect your expensive components. here
Salt is not a boat’s friend, and the only way to combat the destructive nature of saltwater is to be vigilant. If you’ve developed a freshwater maintenance program and you plan on moving your boat to a new saltwater home, you’ll have to update your routine to account for the corrosiveness of an ocean environment. By protecting your boat before there’s a problem, you’ll avoid costly repairs and down days. more
One thing that many people overlook is that all saltwater is not equal. The salinity of Maryland's Chesapeake Bay, for example, is nowhere near as great as that of the warmer waters of coastal Florida or the Bahamas. Salinity is different from region to region and sometimes even from rainy season to dry season. The greater the salinity, the faster the corrosion. Here's a checklist of what you should know before you jump into saltwater, though also check and follow the manufacturer's warranty instructions. more
You may go bare in freshwater for a couple of weeks, but antifouling paint is a necessity in salt, unless you rack store or have a boatlift. For the best advice for your situation, go to the bottom-paint manufacturers for advice on what you should use depending on the type of boat and where you're boating. Ask your new boat neighbors what they use, too. Location is key, as marine growth in Florida, for example, is very different than the Northeast or Pacific Coasts. here
"Salt is tenacious stuff. The guy who's boated on Michigan lakes all his life, retires to Florida, and thinks he can just bring his boat down there had better do his due diligence or he's going to pay the price," cautions Ed Sherman, vice president and education director of the American Boat & Yacht Council.
You don't need census statistics to tell you that plenty of lifelong freshwater boaters eventually head south to spend their retirement in warmer climes, such as coastal Florida and the Gulf Coast. Your beloved sterndrive powerboat that carried your family on adventures up and down rivers and across local lakes has been well cared for, and you have the maintenance routine down to a science. Now, that routine is about to change — or it had better, for the sake of the boat and your wallet.