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I will be storing my new 2023 21' Bennington (21SXSBSP with a Yamaha F150XB motor) on a lift for 5 months in Florida for the summer.
A couple of questions:
1.) I have only filled the engine with non-ethanol gas. I am assuming I only need to fill the tank and not add any additives, correct?
2.) The main cover will be on the boat. I am a bit concerned about the possibility of mildew due to the humid weather. I will remove all the seats I can and place them in my A/C home. Any other suggestions to prevent potential mildew (fan, seat fabric conditioners, etc.)

Thanks!
 
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Florida Summer Storage Question

I have a 2023 Bennington 21’ SX Swingback with a 150 Yamaha engine. I will be storing it for 5 months on my lift in Florida when I head back up north. Any suggestions as to the best way to avoid damage to the seats during the hot and humid summer months? I will be putting the full cover on it...
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For the minimal cost of putting a storage additive in your topped off fuel tank, I would recommend it. My boat only sees marina non-ethanol fuel, but still leave it topped off with a winter additive each off season (winterization up here in Michigan). Cheap peace of mind and security, with no draw back for doing it.

As for mold, that would be a serious concern. There are some Floridians in the forum, and others that migrate seasonally. Hopefully they can give you great insight.
 
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Is the lift covered? Look into using something like this to get ahead of the mildew.
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I’d never store anything without additive. You have no idea what is in their fuel (neither do they).
 
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