Beating the Freeze: Unforeseen Depths of Winterizing Luxury Yachts
Madame, Monsieur - you've got to wonder sometimes... how does your majestic yacht feel when Jack Frost comes calling? A shudder through the hull? A icy tremor in the steering wheel?
‘Silly,’ you might say, but protecting your yacht in winter is no laughing matter. Put your sea legs up, and let's unravel the complexity of Seasonal Yacht Winterizing, beyond the usual 'drain-this' and 'cover-that' advice.
Step 1: Address the Element of Moisture
And by 'Element' we mean 'Devil'. Nothing wreaks havoc on your vessel like moisture. So, attack it on two fronts – internal and external. Use non-toxic anti-freeze for the water systems, air conditioning, refrigerator units and for the love of Neptune, don't forget the engine and the generator!
Externally, keep things dry by using covers. ‘Cos guess what humidity loves? That’s right! Your yacht’s cozy interiors.
Step 2: Tending to the Heart: The Engine
A yacht's heart is its engine, if it's all cold and frozen, well, need we say more? Sort it out with fresh oil and, here's where we innovate, a hefty dose of fogging oil. The game changer your engine is crying out for.
Step 3: All Aboard for Battery Care!
Opting for off-site storage for batteries? Genius! Still want to leave them aboard? Go ahead, consider us flabbergasted. But, remember to occasionally charge them. Power of love, guys!
Step 4: Ventilation & Cleanliness
A Clean ship = A happy ship. A dirty ship fosters mould and mildew. Your yacht deserves better. Cleanliness also avoids those ‘I think I saw a rat!’ moments.
Good ventilation is key else you'll find your yacht smelling of... not roses. Invest in a few moisture absorbers to keep things dry and fresh.
So there you have it, tips that'll help you both in the short run, and the yachts next summer rendezvous. Super important, as a Boat International study reveals that repairs caused by winter neglect can run into thousands of dollars. Can’t we all agree that’s better spent on a game of blackjack while cruising the Caribbean?
