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KNEWSLETTER - Vol. 55

Greetings!

We are fast approaching October and it is historically one of the best months on the Bay. It's our last opportunity to sneak in a few more warm weather cruises before the holiday season occupies our calendars. We are excited to welcome back the Blue Angels and other aerobatic crews to rumble through the skies for the return of Fleet Week. Oktoberfest lederhosen and pumpkin beanies replace the usual boating attire. And in the yard, we are working on last minute projects for boats joining the Baja Haha.

It's a perfect time to start planning your winter projects. We have lots of indoor space for all your wintertime improvements. Book now to secure your space in the yard!

WHEN YOU GET THAT SINKING FEELING

While we did find this video funny, sinking is no joke. Four out of five boats sink at the dock, that fifth one is where things get a little more dangerous. Here's a great article to keep in mind highlighting the most common reasons boats sink and what to do if you are sinking. Click here.

GET YOUR BOTTOM PAINTED AT KKMI

DAVE'S DISCOVERIES

Gadgets and gear for your boat

Purchasing Manager Dave Kendig highlights the interesting products he comes across. Dave is also happy to answer any product-oriented questions you may have. Got a Yanmar diesel engine and looking for parts? Give Dave a call. Not only does KKMI have an extensive inventory on hand, but most importantly, Dave will make sure you get the part you need. You see, not all part numbers stay the same, and Dave is our resident guru when it comes to such matters.

CATCH WATERPROOF WIRELESS CHARGING MAT

Catch safely holds and wirelessly charges your phone at the same time. Now you can keep your phone in a safe place onboard, in sight, charged and ready to go!

Designed to easily install onto any flat surface, and is perfect for use on top of boat consoles. Simply place your phone onto the center of the charging mat and instantly start wirelessly charging. The cleverly designed edging bumpers stop your phone from sliding out, and lets the mat Catch your phone from any angle!

Constructed from our Closed Cell EVA foam, Catch offers great shock absorption and anti- vibration for your phone, while being extremely hard-wearing, waterproof and self-draining which stops bacteria, and mildew from building up.

CHECK OUT OLDER EDITIONS OF OUR KNEWSLETTER

If you ever wanted to peruse older editions of our Knewsletter, we have them on our website for your reading pleasure! Tell your friends!

Visit: www.kkmi.com/kkmi-knewsletter

CAPTAIN Q'S QUAGMIRES

Items found around the web - not serviced at KKMI

Meanwhile in the of-course-this-is-in-Florida category...

The Destruction of boats pulled by race cars. Boat Race Regatta

Not even sure what to say about this one...

Suzuki vs. Ferrari

GET A BOAT THEY SAID... IT'LL BE FUN THEY SAID

Thanks to Tom Mattusch who sent this one in. There is some lively language in some of these clips, so be careful if there are little ones around. There are also some cringers in here... hold on tight!

KNEWSLETTER CHALLENGE

For better or worse, dealing with toxic materials is part of operating a maritime service facility. The range of toxicity is quite varied. Some toxins are harmful to humans and at the other end of the spectrum there are toxins which are harmful to some aquatic species when exposed at higher levels. Knowing what is highly or less toxic and how these materials are to be properly disposed of is mission critical at KKMI.

QUESTION:

Last year KKMI's two locations paid to dispose of how many tons of this waste?

A) Less than 5 tons

B) 5 to 10 tons

C) 10 to 15 tons

D) Over 15 tons