2 PSAs from my adventures last year...

S

SteelNuttz

Seaman
Joined
Apr 3, 2012
Messages
65
It's almost time again here in the northeast...here are a few pointers from a noob!

1. Tighten the lug bolts (or nuts) on your trailer. 2012-08-06_17-51-28_176.jpg

2. Check your gear lube so you don't have to be towed back to shore. 2012-09-08_07-58-32_90.jpg
 
littlerayray

littlerayray

Lieutenant
Joined
Feb 17, 2013
Messages
1,456
Re: 2 PSAs from my adventures last year...

i hope those to incidents did not happen in the same day lol
 
JimS123

JimS123

Fleet Admiral
Joined
Jul 27, 2007
Messages
7,993
Re: 2 PSAs from my adventures last year...

Sorry for your problems, but after viewing the pics I can't help but comment that it was a very unsafe tow. That could have turned a bad day into a tragic one. Probably not your fault either. Never tow with a cleat. That's what bow and stern eyes are for. If the good Samaritan won't do it right, don't accept the tow. You'll be the one that gets injured!
 
cr2k

cr2k

Captain
Joined
Mar 19, 2009
Messages
3,730
Re: 2 PSAs from my adventures last year...

I bought a cordless impact from sears about $100. Real easy to hit the nut before we go and nice to have if you have a flat.
 
S

SteelNuttz

Seaman
Joined
Apr 3, 2012
Messages
65
Re: 2 PSAs from my adventures last year...

These weren't on the same day, but they were about two weeks apart...luckily family members were there to bail me out each time. The tire that came off my trailer smashed a hole in a guy's garage - so that sucked.

I also haven't been able to use my boat since the tow because my lower unit was trash...Looking forward to fixing it up though and getting back on the water!
 
MH Hawker

MH Hawker

Vice Admiral
Joined
Jul 13, 2011
Messages
5,516
Re: 2 PSAs from my adventures last year...

Hang on to your wallet. Most people change lube at least once a year and run a pressure/vacuum test once a year. As far as lug nuts, well I check them a few times after any work that is done to the wheels till they stay tight.
 
You must log in or register to reply here.
Top