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Old 12-08-2004, 07:46 PM
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Thanks for the responses!!

The engines have motor plates...no alignment issues

Drives were pulled and everything greased and checked.

The boat stays indoors.. I think I'll keep them @ neutral

I do think that next year I will leave the drives off for the winter...or move to Florida!!!
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If they are all the way down there is no pressure in the trim system-this is preferable. If you neutral them there is still some pressure in the trim rams pushing against the seals-all cold winter long

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Thanks Ted, That makes sense.
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Craig, I usually place a few concrete blocks under the trailer, just to catch the trailer if by chance the tires went out, so the skeg(s) won't hit the ground. Cheap insurance.
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just buy new ones every year.
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Craig, I usually place a few concrete blocks under the trailer, just to catch the trailer if by chance the tires went out, so the skeg(s) won't hit the ground. Cheap insurance.
My drive are high enough I don't have to worry , but it is a good idea for those with singles.
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My drive are high enough I don't have to worry , but it is a good idea for those with singles.

Mine are high enough as well...but thanks anyway!
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