More and more boats are being outfitted with Zipwake Interceptors at the OEM level, and older boats are being upgraded as boat owners discover the many benefits vs traditional trim tabs. So what should Zipwake owners be doing in the off season to make sure their system is ready to go when the boat splashes in the Spring? Below are the steps that should be part of your regular off-season maintenance routine:
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Clean & Inspect the Interceptors
Perform an interceptor check at the control panel to assure the interceptors are functioning properly. Look for the blue line to be anywhere inside the green zone. If not, then re-check torque settings. If good, then using a straight edge, check mounting surface for flatness. Surfaces with greater than 2mm variation will cause flex and added friction to blade movement.
If batteries have been disconnected and stored, then this step needs to be done during Spring commissioning prior to the boat going back in the water.
With blades retracted, treat the interceptors with anti-fouling paint being careful not to get any paint inside the blade opening or anywhere on the face of the blade. Leave the blades untreated.
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