Slip

[spareparts]

at least two 2000 gph bilge pumps

[willy]

And dual batteries for them. If you have a big seagul population do not leave any crossbar type thing like an enclosure or bimini top up when you leave.
Make sure what ever your self bailing set up is on your V is clear and clean. It will eliminate most concerns. Which means dont leave anything on the boat which could be blown down or float over to the scuppers.
Remove all electronics, that means don't leave them or any valuable rod/reels onboard when you go home.
Invest in good bumpers if you are on a finger pier and good stout rope. Learn to make a proper spring line if you are alongside a finger pier and to do it you really need a center cleat on your V, most did not come with them.

[RWilson2526]

Originally Posted by willy

And dual batteries for them. If you have a big seagul population do not leave any crossbar type thing like an enclosure or bimini top up when you leave.
Make sure what ever your self bailing set up is on your V is clear and clean. It will eliminate most concerns. Which means dont leave anything on the boat which could be blown down or float over to the scuppers.
Remove all electronics, that means don't leave them or any valuable rod/reels onboard when you go home.
Invest in good bumpers if you are on a finger pier and good stout rope. Learn to make a proper spring line if you are alongside a finger pier and to do it you really need a center cleat on your V, most did not come with them.

sounds like the voice of experience!!

[willy]

Only one year, but many friends that slip it. I have been in a rack the past four years.

[charlie_the_tuna]

zincs.

[lumberslinger178]

Originally Posted by charlie_the_tuna

zincs.

Good point chuck..... I have mine changed every season.....

[Seacrets]

Willie, what are bumpers and ropes? j/k
Make certain your 150 tilts completely out of the water. If not, paint the lower unit with outdrive anti fouling paint. Do not use boat bottom paint. Prep the unit by sanding, then zinc chromate primer, then paint. Don't paint any zincs.
Dual battery switch
Dark blue or black seems to be he best colors for bottom paint in my area of Florida. It just seems to last longer than lighter colors. Why, I don't know. I've had very good luck with Trinidad SR paint. Make sure your guy sands or etches the hull and primes (2 coats) and bottom paints (2 coats).
Maybe a cockpit cover from windshield to the transom. Mine kept the cockpit clean and
no rain water to deal with.
I enjoy slip storage and I've also enjoyed rack storage. Of course, the closest I've ever come to a divorce was at the boat ramp. I have a tendency to start shouting orders. At times, it's been pretty ugly.
Constantly check all hose clamps and hoses on your thru hulls. Double clamp if you can.
Good luck and enjoy.