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	Name:	houseboat -
	Subject:	nearing season end...
	Date:	9/1/2010 1:52:57 PM

I assume you do not have a cabin cruiser but incase you do you will need to drain any water lines in the galley and the water supply pump. If you have a frig you might consider leaving the door open.
If the bottom is bottom painted you will probably need to redo the bottom just before you start using it again using the appropriate type paint for taking it in and out of the water. Of course, if you bottom paint make sure you check and repair blisters and put on an epoxy sealant prior to the bottom paint. You need to know what you are doing with bottom paint and sealant.
The covers you buy are not necessarily water proof. The cheaper plastic tarps are more water proof but will only last one season and it is trash. The sun will eat them up in about 10 months or less. Leave the drain plug out. PVC works well to build frames to support the covers.
I am not an authority on the motors but on some engines you can take the water pump impeller out of the pump and leave it out to prevent it from forming a set. Another option is to turn the engine over often, like every 3 or 4 weeks.
Make sure you prevent dirt dobbers from filling up all the vent holes, etc. and check them before running.
Fantastic or 409 does a pretty good job of cleaning and Jomax (follow instructions) will remove any mold and most other dirt etc.
For deep water stains you may need some help to retain a nice finish.

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