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Step 1
Contact the dealership where you purchased your pontoon. Often dealerships have machine shops on the premises for repairs and tune-ups prior to the boating season.
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Step 2
Look for winter storage for your boat that also includes a pre-season overhaul. Winter storage facilities connected with a marina often have this option as a part of their storage packages.
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Step 3
Contact a yacht association for information on certified boat mechanics in your area. Local yacht associations keep lists of boat repair facilities you can trust.
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Step 4
Join a local yacht club to become familiar with boat repair in your area and to take advantage of marina facilities.
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Step 5
Learn how to do more boat repairs yourself. Changing a prop, hammering out a ding, changing spark plugs and some motor maintenance are do-it-yourself jobs.
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Step 6
Visit retailers for replacement parts, seats, carpeting and other supplies you need to keep your pontoon running smoothly and looking great on the water.
