Suzuki outboard motors 1988 2003 repair manual., Page 24Get this manual
3-8 MAINTENANCE setWhen the hull sustains severe blow, the impact will be either absorbed by deflection of the laminated panel or the blow will result in definite, localized breakIn addition to hull damage, bulkheads, stringers, and other stiffening structures attached to the hull may also be affected and therefore, should be checkedRepairs are usually confined to the general area of the rupture The best way to care for fiberglass hull is to wash it thoroughly, immediately after hauling the boat while the hull is still wetSee Figure 7
The following points may be lubricated with an all purpose marine lubricant: Remote control cable ends next to the hand nutDO NOT over-lubricate the cable Steering arm pivot socket Exposed shaft of the cable passing through the cable guide tube Steering link rod to steering cable
fouled bottom can seriously affect boat performanceThis is one reason why racers, large and small, both powerboat and sail, are constantly giving attention to the condition of the hull below the waterlineIn areas where marine growth is prevalent, coating of vinyl, anti-fouling bottom paint should be appliedIf growth has developed on the bottom, it can be removed with solution of Muriatic acid applied with brush or swab and then rinsed with clear waterAlways use rubber gloves when working with Muriatic acid and take extra care to keep it away from your face and handsThe fumes are toxicTherefore, work in well-ventilated area, or if outside, keep your face on the windward side of the workBarnacles have nasty habit of making their home on the bottom of boats which have not been treated with anti-fouling paintActually they will not harm the fiberglass hull, but can develop into major nuisanceIf barnacles or other crustaceans have attached themselves to the hullextra work will be required to bring the bottom back to satisfactory conditionFirst, if practical, put the boat into body of fresh water and allow it to remain for few daysA large percentage of the growth can be removed in this mannerIf this remedy is not possible, wash the bottom thoroughly with high-pressure fresh water source and use scraperSmall particles of hard shell may still hold fastThese can be removed with sandpaperFig1 Use only good quality marine grade grease for lubrication