A dive service may not take care of all the boat-bottom cleaning and may, in fact, damage gelcoat, remove bottom paint, or worse. Find out what to look for in your diving service.

 
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May Checklist: Underwater Gear

1) Be ready: Have replacement zincs on hand before hull cleaning to cut costs.
2) Check the prop: Because stern zincs look healthy does not mean prop zincs are. Check ‘em all during cleaning.
3) Examine: Examine underwater metal parts after bottom painting—barrier epoxy and paint can plug slots and holes in sea strainers.
4) Time your cleaning: Schedule cleanings based on the recommendations of your dive service—they’re familiar with your water conditions.

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This article originally appeared in the April 2009 issue of Power & Motoryacht magazine.

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