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Vic Smith Vic Smith is offline
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Default Advice needed on storing boat in Florida

On Sat, 28 Oct 2006 06:21:21 -0400, "Eisboch"
wrote:

There are many boat storage facilities throughout Florida ranging from
relatively inexpensive, fenced in lots to fancy rack storage areas. I'd
check around with people in the area for recommendations and maintain
insurance on it.

That's what I'll do next time I'm down there.

I had a bad experience with a boat storage facility in West Palm Beach.
When I decided to pick up my boat I discovered that the gate was locked and
they were in bankruptcy.
Often when this happens the courts freeze all of the items on the property
until it can be sorted out in bankruptcy court, which can take 6 months to a
year. I basically forced my way in and dragged the boat and trailer out
despite the protests of the owners.

Good point. I try to factor that potential in when I ask around.

Thanks,

--Vic