Winter Storage

Divecoz · Post by **Divecoz** » Thu Dec 02, 2004 6:25 pm

What's next best ??? If inside storage is not possible, and you live in the snow belt. . . . . .?
Big total coverage custom cover ?

Moe · Post by **Moe** » Thu Dec 02, 2004 7:11 pm

Our new to us X came with a 20' X 28' blue tarp. That's what's on it in the driveway now.

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Moe

Frank C · Post by **Frank C** » Fri Dec 03, 2004 3:51 am

One advantage the high latitude snow-belters have . . . the uncovered boat suffers a lot less UV punishment during winter than those in LA or Phoenix. Just remember that choosing to cover it will require substantial support if you're in heavy snow. Come to think about it . . . if you're in really heavy snow, I suppose it will soon be completely covered anyway, eh?

Hmmmm.

Dimitri-2000X-Tampa · Post by **Dimitri-2000X-Tampa** » Fri Dec 03, 2004 5:34 am

Talking about UV punishment (which I get probably more than most), is there anything that could be added to a bottle of a pressure washer to reduce the "chalkyness" that starts happening? Obviously, I know that flat surfaces can be waxed, but most of the deck is non-slip. And besides, I have a philosophy of minimum maintenance...I don't even wax my cars anymore...so, was wondering if there is something that can be sprayed on?

Mark Prouty · Post by **Mark Prouty** » Fri Dec 03, 2004 6:26 am

Divecoz wrote:What's next best ??? If inside storage is not possible, and you live in the snow belt. . . . . .?
Big total coverage custom cover ?

1. Support the mast with a crutch.
2. Bend pvc pipe over the mast from the safety line on one side to the safety line on the other side.

3. Cover with tarps.

4. Enjoy the winter with thoughts of one beautiful day in the Spring when that cover will finally come off!

Lorne Colish · Post by **Lorne Colish** » Fri Dec 03, 2004 3:51 pm

In the past,I've had so much trouble with snowload on tarps over the mast that I've supported in various ways.So this year,I just mopped the deck with a pail full of Turtle Wash and wax using a very concentrated mix.We'll see in the spring.

Frank C · Post by **Frank C** » Fri Dec 03, 2004 5:23 pm

Lorne Colish wrote:In the past,I've had so much trouble with snowload on tarps over the mast that I've supported in various ways.So this year,I just mopped the deck with a pail full of Turtle Wash and wax using a very concentrated mix.We'll see in the spring.

Uh-huh! Exactly the point I was wondering about.

UV radiation kills gelcoat, no two ways about it. I had mine fully detailed by an RV specialist in year one, never since. His advice was simple and clear. Pay me 10 bucks a foot, twice a year, for the best "chemical" UV protection available from 3M, and we'll somewhat deter the effects of sun damage. But for absolute protection, park under a roof or under tarps. The detailing costs $500 per year, tarps cost $50 per year plus lots of on-n-off time. Your choice.

Greg · Post by **Greg** » Fri Dec 03, 2004 5:42 pm

I see the versatile Mac has another use, with a team of horses and Mark P. setup, instant Prairie Schooner.

I like the idea of the bent PVC. I removed the mast for winter and was going to install 3" schedule 40 in it's place and a T support at the mast step and cover it with a tarp.

We have high winds here- top of a hill with no wind protection. Do you see much damage from scuffing from the tarp? I see you have it bungied pretty well.

Greg · Post by **Greg** » Fri Dec 03, 2004 5:56 pm

Rollin Rollin Rollin Rawhide!!

Mark Prouty · Post by **Mark Prouty** » Sat Dec 04, 2004 12:13 am

Greg wrote:I see the versatile Mac has another use, with a team of horses and Mark P. setup, instant Prairie Schooner.

Now I like that idea!

Greg wrote:We have high winds here- top of a hill with no wind protection. Do you see much damage from scuffing from the tarp? I see you have it bungied pretty well.

No, I tarped my previous boat last winter and no scuffing.

waternwaves · Post by **waternwaves** » Sat Dec 04, 2004 1:34 am

I have got to get some of this net graphic storage space.....

Mark has way to many good ideas for this....

Catigale · Post by **Catigale** » Sat Dec 04, 2004 7:58 am

Up here at > 43 North of the equator

Not much UV content left in the sunlight in the winter...

No sunshine either!!

Ill bet your 'poor guys' in LA area suffer from ozone damage (regardless of covering) as well as UV if you are uncovered.

Love those graphics Mark!!

Hubert · Post by **Hubert** » Sat Dec 11, 2004 9:09 am

Here's mine a Canopy from Costco $250.00 (cdn) and an old swimming pool tarp. This gives me access tothe boat all winter and no worry about mildew.
Hubert

Frank C · Post by **Frank C** » Sun Dec 12, 2004 2:52 am

Catigale wrote:Up here at > 43 North of the equator
Not much UV content left in the sunlight in the winter...

Actually, the vast majority of damaging UV radiation occurs between 10 am and 2 pm, wherever you may be. That's why I've never felt much urgency about a mainsail cover ... my mainsail is either catching wind during those hours, or I'm not at the boat ... meaning that it's resting in the cabin.

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