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Retrieval Steps 1- 3

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Retrieval Steps 7-8

Retrieval Step 9

Lowering The Mast - 1

Figure 2b. - attaching tow strap to trailer. I used a humongous shackle from a tractor.

Lowering The Mast - 2

4. Drive the tow vehicle forward until the tow strap is taut. (see Figure 3).

Lowering The Mast -3

Figure 3. showing trailer ready to be rolled into the water.

5. Check that no one is behind the trailer or the vehicle.

6. Remove the chocks and then back the trailer into the water until it is close to the boat, Figure 4. Note: We always have one person outside the truck acting as a guide.

Figure 4. - trailer lowered to boat, and boat being aligned with trailer.

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