bahamabreisus
Well-Known Member
- Oct 25, 2007
- 2,557
- Boat Info
- 370 dancer, previous 500,420,390,300 dancers
- Engines
- 454 CI MPI
I would call Boat US directly. That seems nuts for what they did
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I called them and spoke with their towing department and was told "once he used specialized tools (electric pump)) it became a salvage operation and not a tow. Tow Boat US would not help further.
Since the same marine assistance company often provides both towing and salvage services, it is essential that the boat owner reach an understanding with the marine assistance provider before action is taken, cautions Jerry Cardarelli, BoatUS Vice President of Towing Services. BoatUS Towing Service Providers are required to inform the captain of a boat before beginning any work if the procedure is salvage, not towing. If this isn't possible due to wind and sea conditions, the towing company should tell the captain as soon as possible.
However, boaters should not assume they will always be told. Boaters should always ask whether the job is towing or salvage before they accept a tow.
Sometimes you just have to apply the laws of common sense and call BS on this type of activity. It's truly predatory and opportunistic. I hope your insurance company digs their heels in.
Sumpin' ain't right.
I would call Boat US directly. That seems nuts for what they did