Catalina 36 International Association

by Bob (and Chris) Taylor

Prior to Launch

* Charge batteries
* Wax and polish
* Apply bottom paint
* Varnish all pertinent areas
* Get dock likes out
* Check transmission is full. Drain to 'level'
* Open fuel tank valve
* Libricate seacocks after bottom paint is applied
* Open raw water thru-hole
* Close all other seacocks
* Load boat with all equipment
* Install electronics
* Change zincs
* Replace raw water impellor
* Set bilge pump on Auto

After Lunch

* Install dodger
* Drain, shock and fill water tanks
* Prepare dinghy
* Prepare outboard motor
* Libricate control cables
* Re-install cockpit table
* Check flare dates
* Check fire extinguishers
* Lubricate winches

Check All Systems

* Standing rigging clevis pins
* Water
* Bilge
* Packing gland
* All hose clamps (thru holes, engine, etc.)
* Check engine oil and coolant
* Check engine air filter, belt, impeller and zincs
* Check bilge pumps
* Check anchor, shackle and windlass
* Check booze supply
* Check propane tank and lines
* Check rigging screws up on the mast

Bob (and Chris) Taylor
G.V. Black, #1720
Rogers City, MI