Boating expert Tim Stessl recommends these top tips as spring approaches. With warmer weather and longer days, it’s the perfect time to dust off your boat and hit the water. A quick pre-launch check will help avoid headaches later and ensure your family and mates enjoy a safe, stress-free day.
Here’s a simple checklist to get you started:
✅ 1. Give Your Boat a Good Clean
After sitting through winter, your boat deserves a refresh. Use a quality marine wash to remove salt, dust, and grime. Don’t forget to:
- Rinse the hull, deck, and trailer
- Clean vinyl seats and storage compartments
- Flush out drains to prevent blockages
💡 Pro tip: For a sparkling finish, try ASSALT — Tim Stessl Marine’s own boat wash. Stock will be replenished and available in-store shortly, so keep an eye out! A foaming cannon makes the job quicker (and a bit more fun).
✅ 2. Check Your Safety Gear
SSpring is the perfect time to make sure your safety equipment is up to date. Inspect:
- Lifejackets (check for damage and expiry dates)
- Fire extinguisher (must be in working order)
- Flares (check expiry dates)
- First aid kit (restock anything that’s missing)
💡 Tim Stessl Marine has plenty of safety gear in our marine store, so you can easily replace or top up anything you need. Your safety is non-negotiable — tick this off before you hit the water.
✅ 3. Service Your Engine
Nothing ruins a day on the water faster than engine trouble. If your boat was purchased through Tim Stessl Marine, now’s the perfect time to check in for a pre-season service. We’ll go over oil levels, filters, spark plugs, and fuel lines — and if your boat is due for a 200-hour service, we can help get it ready for the season.
✅ 4. Inspect Your Trailer
Your boat gets the glory, but the trailer does the heavy lifting. Make sure it’s up to the job by checking:
- Tyres (pressure + tread)
- Bearings and rollers
- Lights and wiring
- Winch strap or cable
A quick check now saves you a roadside headache later.
💡 Tim Stessl Marine is a Certified Dunbier Retailer Centre, so we can take care of all your trailer servicing and supply genuine Dunbier parts to keep you towing safely.
✅ 5. Stock Up for the Season
Make life easier by keeping the little things onboard:
- Extra sunscreen and hats
- Fresh ropes and lines
- Spare fuses and bulbs
- A phone charging cable (because someone always forgets theirs)
🌟 Ready to Launch?
With your spring checklist sorted, you’re free to enjoy the best of the season — calm mornings, warm afternoons, and plenty of fish on the bite. Drop into Tim Stessl Marine for great tips, advice, and all the gear you need to make the most of your time on the water.