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👍 Boat keels do more than just keep you upright - they're crucial for stability and steering. But whether your boat has a fin, bilge, or encapsulated keel, damage can occur from hard groundings or age.![]()
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Here's how to keep your keel in top shape:![]()
➤ Routine Checks: Regularly inspect keel bolts for rust, cracks, and movement. A rusty keel-to-hull joint or a dull sound when tapped can signal corrosion.![]()
➤ Post-Grounding Inspection: If you hit a submerged object, get your boat hauled out immediately. A surveyor should check the keel and hull for damage, as even a minor impact can cause unseen cracks or splits.![]()
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Maintenance:![]()
𝗙𝗶𝗻 𝗞𝗲𝗲𝗹𝘀: A hard grounding can cause the keel to split from the hull. This requires careful repair of the laminate and joint.![]()
𝗘𝗻𝗰𝗮𝗽𝘀𝘂𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗞𝗲𝗲𝗹𝘀: Gaps or damage in the coating must be repaired to prevent water from reaching the iron ballast, which can rust and expand.![]()
𝗟𝗶𝗳𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗞𝗲𝗲𝗹𝘀: The winch, cable, and pivot points need regular inspection and lubrication to ensure the lifting mechanism is in good working order.![]()
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A well-maintained keel is vital for safety on the water. Read more in our two dedicated articles here: ![]()
➡️ bit.ly/SS_KeelMaintenance![]()
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🛠️ 𝗠𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗺𝗮𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝗱𝗶𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗹 𝗲𝗻𝗴𝗶𝗻𝗲!![]()
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Gain the confidence to handle maintenance and make necessary repairs yourself. This essential skill is easier to acquire than you think.![]()
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➡️ Get the basics and next steps here: safe-skipper.com/learning-about-diesel-engine-maintenance![]()
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