PREPARE YOUR IGUANA FOR THE SEASON: OUR TIPS FOR RESTARTING AFTER WINTER | Iguana Yachts

PREPARE YOUR IGUANA FOR THE SEASON: OUR TIPS FOR RESTARTING AFTER WINTER

March 29, 2024

As the winter chill fades away and the promise of warmer days beckons, boat enthusiasts eagerly anticipate reviving their beloved vessels for a new season of adventure on the water. Whether you’re a seasoned captain or a newcomer to the world of amphibious boating, here are our tips to help you restart your Iguana Boat after its winter hibernation.

1. FIRST STEP: OVERALL CHECK

Start by conducting a thorough visual inspection of the exterior of your Iguana. Check for any signs of damage or wear caused by winter weather conditions or by the time. Inspect the hull for cracks, scratches, or any areas requiring repair. Pay particular attention to the propulsion system, including propellers and thrusters, to ensure they are in good working condition.

2. THE IGUANA MOBILITY SYSTEM

After a general examination, approach the tracks and check that everything is in order. Take the time to run your hand along the pipes looking for leaks or kinks. For safety and efficiency reasons, the hoses should be changed every two years. Schedule an intervention with your Iguana representative.

3. MISCELLANEOUS ELEMENTS INSPECTION

Then, inspect the various elements: the ladder, the cleats, the handrails, the biminis, etc., to make sure they all are safe and in working order.

4. CHECK YOUR LEVELS AND THE BATTERY

As we recommend during the winterization, your Iguana batteries are already placed on trickle charge. Either through your shore power connection or a normal trickle charging unit that you use on your car or your motorcycle. Move on to check your coolant and engine oil levels and hydraulic oil.

5. SAFETY EQUIPMENT

Make sure your safety equipment is working. Check the validation date of the gas cartridges fitted to the inflatable vests. Ensure that the batteries of the different elements are not discharged. This is also a good time to see that you have all the right elements for a safe trip to the sea.

6. OUTBOARD ENGINES & SEA TRIAL

Finally, when everything has been verified, start your Iguana Mobility System. Do not hesitate to perform a few maneuvers to wake up the system after a long period of immobility. Finally, start your outboards in the open air for about 5 seconds to check their condition. If you have the opportunity, do not hesitate to enter and exit the water to check the condition of the outboards. Start them at least once in the water. If all goes well, your iguana is ready for the season.

Have a wonderful season. Do not forget to put your drain plug back in!

A question? An observation? Do not hesitate to contact our after-sales service.

MEET THE IGUANA AFTERSALES TEAM

PIERRE EDELINE

Aftersales manager

NICOLAS ROUAULT

Customer Satisfaction Manager

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