After a great first summer as a boat owner, a cold, rainy winter has left my Wakesetter filthy. Now I'd like to get it shined up again from top to bottom and was hoping to get some advice from my fellow Malibu owners. Here's my questions: 1. What the best AND safest way to clean both the cover and bimini top? I have an Illusion X tower (so the bimini that goes with that) and a cover that says "Malibu" on it (I think it's that Sunbrella material). I thought about trying a front loading wash machine for the bimini. 2. What about washing the boat? What are some good products for washing, waxing, etc. Should I buy the expensive stuff like Babe's or Meguirs or just some stuff I can find at Wal-Mart? 3. What's the best way to restore my lifeless Teak step? I know that this question probably comes up like a thousand times at the beginning of every summer, but I'm not sure how to do it. Should I use stain/varnish, oil, so some other product? I prefer that it's not to slippery if I can do it, too. 4. What the best thing to wipe the boat down with after the lake? I used the Babe's stuff last year, and it seemed to work well. But I've also heard of people using vinegar and water or other things, which would also be cheaper. Please feel free to comment on any or all of the questions. You're feedback is much appreciated. Thanks
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