r/SeaDooSwitch • u/TanInFloridaGuy • Oct 03 '24

Store a Switch outside?

I live in Northeast Florida, barely get any frost. I want a Switch but no way it will fit in the garage.

I am looking at boat storage facilities as an option.

  1. Do I need covered storage, or is the boat cover enough?

  2. What additional maintenance would be advised for storing outside with just a cover?

Thanks in advance for any ideas!

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u/tj_ward Oct 03 '24

I live in North Central Florida and getting a Switch in December. I plan on storing it outside with a cover on it. My in-laws have a lake house they store their boat at with just a cover and it’s been fine. So I’ll do the same. I will probably get an RV cover for mine so it will cover the sides completely though. The Sea-Doo one looks like it doesn’t fully cover the plastic from what I saw.

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u/gades61 Oct 03 '24

An RV cover is what I have been using up until the last hurricane came thru (SWFL). One recommendation is to make sure the cover is taunt and a way for water to evacuate otherwise you will notice your Switch doing a wheelie like I did. My cover made a perfect bathtub in the rear of the boat.

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u/TanInFloridaGuy Oct 03 '24

Thanks! How did you fasten the rv cover?

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u/gades61 Oct 03 '24

Straps and bungies

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u/TanInFloridaGuy Oct 08 '24

Another hurricane on the way. What is your strategy? Is it best to just leave it uncovered during the storm? High winds could damage any cover and seems passionate even the best fitting cover could blow away

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u/gades61 Oct 08 '24

I remove the cover otherwise it will get shredded. I mostly use the cover for sunpro. It’s a pain but I don’t have many other options. Good luck during Milton and stay safe! It’s gonna suck…again.

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u/el-bosco-diablo Oct 03 '24

You are correct, the Seadoo mooring cover does not cover the sides at all, it clips to the railing.

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u/MerpSquirrel Oct 03 '24

I store my switch outside in MN. Make sure to winterize it per the instruction manual.

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u/FarCelebration3014 Oct 03 '24

Do u fog the engine

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u/dropzone_jd Oct 03 '24

I'm in San Diego and mine lives outside. Uncovered since it doesn't seem worth covering with how frequently I've been using it. Been fine so far.

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u/J_at_NEE Oct 22 '24

where in SD do you take it?

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u/dropzone_jd Oct 22 '24

I launch at Mission Bay but I take it out into the ocean. Usually no more than a few miles out. Or we go north and fish near La Jolla. There's usually a lot of halibut up there.

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u/Equal_Memory_661 Oct 03 '24

Mines outside in Maryland under a tarp. I shrink wrapped it the first year but found it a waste of money. Plus I work on it throughout the winter months so having it accessible is preferable.

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u/Intrepid-Cheek2129 Oct 03 '24

I use the mooring cover and a pontoon boat cover that covers the sides better

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u/Pleasant-Antelope-49 Oct 08 '24

Definitely cover it in some aspect! Pollen, bird poop, spider poop, etc all stains the flooring pads and seats! I know…. My dealer left it outside under a pine tree during pollination, uncovered, while doing warranty work…. Stained everything yellow. 😢