FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

*Q. Can I get Mooring or Seat covers from Avalon or Tahoe for my older boat?*
Top	A. Due to high expectations regarding fit of covers, we only supply Mooring and Seat covers when they are factory installed. We recommend that you contact a local canvas maker. They usually provide a high quality cover that will cost no more, or possibly less, than our factory cover.
*Q. What Trailer is best for my pontoon?*
Top	A. There are two types of trailers for pontoons. The first is a scissor type trailer that goes under the deck. This trailer is best when you want to pull the boat out, transport it short distances, and then put it on the ground. It is also best if you launch your boat at a very shallow ramp. The disadvantage is the fact that it has a narrow wheel base. This makes it more prone to tipping if too tight a turn is made. It also tends to exaggerate bumps in the road. This type of trailer cannot be used for triple pontoon models. The second type is a float on trailer. This trailer is best for transporting the boat long distances. It spreads the weight of the boat along bunks that the pontoons rest on. It is easier to load and unload with this trailer. The disadvantage is that it sets the boat higher off the ground. This creates wind resistance during towing. It can also make launching from a shallow ramp more difficult. The float on is the most widely used type.

*Q. How fast will my boat go?*
Top	Speed is affected by many things on a pontoon. The amount and weight of people on board, their position in the boat, the altitude, and even the water temperature, believe it or not. The following estimations should not be seen as exclusive to Avalon & Tahoe brand pontoon boats. Claims that others can guarantee you speeds or performance in excess of the following should be investigated thoroughly. Our goal is to provide you with information that will result in your satisfaction, not just sell you a boat. The following information is based on 2 people on board. A. A boat equipped with 2 pontoons and a 40 HP will go approximately 16 MPH thereafter you can add about 2 MPH for every 10 HP. B. A boat equipped with 3 pontoons but not High Performance fins. You can expect about 1 mph faster than that. C. Avalon and Tahoe's Center Tube system with 3 pontoons & high performance fins are proven, fast, exciting, well built boats that will provide an excellent platform for water sports. See video - Avalon CTS/HPP -- Tahoe CTS/HPP . High performance speeds vary from model to model. Models that have more furniture, or more furniture positioned towards the front will achieve less speed & performance. The propeller also has a great affect on speed and performance. The stock propeller provided may not achieve maximum speed and performance. You should work with your dealer to get a propeller that meets your specific use. You should be aware that there will be additional expense when changing propellers, or going to a stainless steel or 4 blade propeller. Following are speeds that we have seen in a stock propeller configuration However there is no guarantee of a specific speed for your rig. - A 90 Hp Motor could go about 26-28 mph . A 115 HP could go about 28 - 32 mph. a 150 could go 34 - 40 mph. With higher HP models, speeds vary greatly depending on the HP, Boat model and the way the boat is setup. You should consult your dealer to discuss the speed you expect and what configuration will work best for you.

*Q. Can I use my Avalon or Tahoe pontoon boat in Saltwater?*
Top	A. Any boat exposed to saltwater can be affected by the salt. However, to minimize the effects of saltwater on our Pontoon, the following preparation and maintenance should be followed: Preparation – If you plan to use your boat in saltwater you must have all portions of the boat that will be submerged painted with an approved aluminum anti-fouling paint. This service is provided by your dealer or by someone recommended by your dealer. There is an extra charge for this service. In some cases you may need to have zinc anodes added to your boat to prevent electrolysis. Electrolysis is a deterioration of the metal caused by stray electrical current interacting with the saltwater. Ask your dealer whether he recommends zinc anodes. There is an extra charge for this service. If you trailer your boat on a trailer that carries the boat on carpeted bunks you ANTIFOULING PAINT on the bottom of the pontoons must be applied to be sure that the pontoons have a barrier between them and the bunks. The application of antifouling paint is a service provided by your dealer or by someone recommended by your dealer. There is an extra charge for this service. Maintenance – After each use the entire boat must be washed down with freshwater to remove salt deposits. Allow the boat to dry before covering it with the mooring or seat covers. Cover your boat WHEN DRY with seat covers or a mooring cover to keep salt and weather off of your boat. Since most salt water areas are very humid and hot it is imperative that the boat be dry before it is covered. If you cover it wet you WILL see mildew develop. If you Trailer you MUST flush the saltwater from in between the bunks and the pontoons. This does not prevent corrosion of no anti fouling paint is applied. A yearly inspection for corrosion or deterioration of the electrical connections is recommended. Avalon & Tahoe does NOT warrant saltwater corrosion. Some dealers add additional saltwater resistant materials to our boats to make them even better suited for saltwater use. These specially equipped models may have a sticker called "Saltwater Series" . However this does not make them Saltwater proof nor keep salt water from affecting them to some degree. Even these models must have all of the above described preparation and maintenance to minimize the affects of salt water. Saltwater use should be confined primarily to bays and inlets. A pontoon is not made to be an ocean going craft and as such can only be used in the ocean if conditions are similar to an inland lake and only close to shore.

*Q. What is the difference between Avalon and Tahoe?*
Top	A. These are two separate brands sold by separate dealers. Both brands are made using the best quality materials and are both backed by Avalon & Tahoe Mfg. Inc..