The End of Winter Storage

Here is a list I found on another site a while ago and thought that it might be of use to some as Spring seems to be here and many of us are taking that leap of faith and getting the boat out of winter strorage... make sure you check your states laws and change what needs to be changed: Sorry that it is so long.
Obviously all of these don't need to be taken every trip (i.e. the ten minute drive to the local river doesn't require a grease gun) but this is a great complete list it doesn't hert to go over once in a while.
Boat Checklist
Outboard
-- Extra quart of outboard oil
-- Extra prop
-- Spark plugs
-- Thermostats
-- Water pump impeller
-- Prop washer, spacer and castle nut
-- Wood block for prop change out
-- Wire to clean water hole
-- Toothbrush to clear water intake
Trolling Motor
-- Extra TM prop
-- Shear pins
-- TM prop wrench.
-- Spare rope for trolling motor release
Electrical
-- Fuses
-- Wire, butt splices, and terminals
-- Electrical tape
-- Jumper cables
-- Shrink tubing
-- Spare bulbs for running lights.
-- Extension cord for onboard charger
-- Spare battery cable
-- Multimeter or 12 Volt test light
Fishing
-- Tackle
-- Maps
-- Measuring board
-- Copy of fishing regulations
-- License
-- Culling system
-- Hook removal tool
-- Net
-- Scale
-- Luck
Safety, Emergency, Pesonal Items
-- PFD's
-- Throwable cushion with 50' of cord
-- Fire extinguisher
-- Flare gun or warning flag
-- Emergency horn
-- First aid kit, standard, add:
---- Bandaids
---- Advil
---- Bottle of alcohol
---- Peroxide
---- Aspirin
-- Whistle
-- Spotlight
-- VHF radio (handheld).
-- Matches
-- Cell Phone
---- Emergency Phone #'s
-- Hat
-- Sunscreen
-- Binoculars
-- Rain Gear
Tools
-- Small/basic toolkit
-- Socket set
-- Wire strippers and crimpers
-- Flashlight(s)
-- Duct Tape
-- WD-40
-- Stainless screws, nuts, bolts, washers
-- Zip ties
-- Sharp pocket knife
-- Sharp pair of scissors
-- Prop “torque” wrench & socket
Trailer and Vehicle
-- Registration for the trailer
-- Spare Tire for the trailer
-- Grease gun with grease
-- Four-way lug wrench of proper size
-- Jack and piece of wood
Boat
-- Registration in waterproof container
-- Boat keys on a floating key ring
-- Manuals for electronics, motor, etc.
-- Rags
-- Anchor with rope
-- Drift sock
-- Siphon hose
-- Brush/cleaner - remove carpet stains
-- Spares:
---- Drain plug
---- Extra key for ignition/lockers
---- Extra tow vehicle key
---- Kill switch lanyard
---- Livewell & bilge pump
-- Oar or paddle
-- Tow rope and launch rope
-- Fenders for docking

 

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