Where should the expiration decal be placed on a vessel?

Displaying the Registration Number and Expiration Decals

1. Number must be placed on each side of the forward half of the vessel.
2. Number must read from left to right on both sides of the bow.
3. Number must be in at least three-inch-high BLOCK letters.
4. Number’s color must contrast with its background so as to appear legible.

Where must the expiration decal be placed on a vessel Wisconsin?

The expiration decals must be displayed on either side of the federally documented vessel’s name on the transom such that both decals are visible. If the federally documented name is displayed on the sides of the hull, the expiration decals may be displayed 3 inches aft of and directly in line with the name.

Where must the validation decal be placed on a vessel Boat Ed?

Decal must be placed on the port (left) side of the vessel and six inches to the right (rear) of the registration number.

Where must a vessels registration number and validation decal be displayed?

The registration number and validation decals must be displayed as follows. Number must be painted, applied as a decal, or otherwise affixed to both sides of the forward half of the vessel. Number must read from left to right on both sides of the bow.

Who is responsible for basic safety of the vessel?

As the operator of a boat, you are legally responsible for ensuring that your passengers understand basic safety practices and laws. Use a pre-departure checklist to make sure you’ve taken the necessary safety precautions. Before departing, have a safety discussion with everyone on board.

How far should the prop be under the boat?

If you have a short shaft motor, the top most part of the transom and the lower most part of the boat should be about 15 to 16 inches. For a long shaft, I think 20 to 21 inches is correct.

Can prop pitch cause Porpoising?

High rake propeller are good for lifting the bow but not always good at holding it up, thus you get porpoising.