Steps For Ease In Installing Your Custom Boat Cover

1. Place your cover on the boat and pull the front over the bow. Fasten the bow strap around the trailer frame. This will hold the cover in place as you unroll it to the rear.

2. Pull the cover over the motor and rear boat corners. Fasten the rear straps around the trailer going to the buckle on the same side (outside corner).

3. Pull the draw rope from the left to the right (starboard) transom eye on the boat. Then, back through the ring on the same rope. Pull snug and tie.

4. Repeat step #3 with the rope on the right side going to the port transom eye. Then, back through the ring on this rope.

5. Pull the corners down so the seam lies close to the rub rail.

6. Tighten both draw ropes. At some point this may require moving the rings up closer to the cover and further away from the eyes on the boat. If this is needed, untie the rope loop and re-tie the metal ring as required.

7. After the draw rope is tight from both sides and tied, cut the excess rope off. The ends of the rope can be melted to prevent fraying.

8. Tighten the front and rear straps if needed.

9. Tighten the straps which run across the width of the cover. Unless ordered differently, these will run down around the trailer and back up to the buckle on the same strap. We have found that twisting or rotating the webbing on the way down to the trailer and also on the way back up to the buckle will reduce vibrations. This will improve performance and reduce wear. The straps may require shortening by cutting them to the necessary length after tying. You may also melt the end to prevent fraying.

10. Tie the rope on the motor cover; wrap the ends around the front of the motor; then to the back and tie a bow knot or whatever is best for you.

Tips For Extended Life Of Your Custom Boat Cover

1. To prevent mold, never store your cover wet for an extended period.

2. Before towing your covered boat; inspect the location of the reinforcement pads with relation to the possible abrasion areas.

3. Check the tightness of the ropes and tie down straps when you stop during a trip.

4. A treatment of water repellancy periodically will enhance performance and improve longevity. The type of fabric you have chosen will determine the type of repellent required. Your dealer can help with locating this information.

5. Avoid contact with and/or wash off, if possible, these items which may damage or discolor your cover: battery acid, grease, gasoline, tree sap and bird and spider droppings.

6. Do not flip cigarette ashes out of your vehicle windows.

7. Do not move vehicle with straps hanging loose on the ground.

8. Most fabrics we offer are breathable materials. If your boat is wet during use, it may be advisable to pull back or remove the cover, if possible, to speed up the drying process.