smatsinger
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... your freeze plugs
That's a misnomer.
They really aren't "freeze" or "frost plugs" at all.
Sometimes they do pop out but really they were not designed to do so.
Those holes are a result of the casting process and of course they are plugged but they won't prevent your block from cracking at all when it freezes.
A lot of times they wont pop at all and even if they do, chances are slim that they saved your block...
Not sure if you saw my post a few weeks back, but the same thing happened to me. My mechanic is replacing the block with a reman, replacing one exhaust manifold, water pump, impeller and winterizing for about $4,000 (parts & labor). I hate to spend even a dollar because this boat is an 08. The seller is a low-life that tricked me. But, I have learned my lesson (the hard way). The remanufactured block is saving me about $800-$1000. He assured me it wouldn't make a difference, same warranty too.
Mine is not leaking water in the oil either, however it sure is expoyed up! I just don't want to take a chance in the summer and then be out of commission so I'm getting it done now.
Good luck!
My mechanic said it would last anywhere from three minutes to three plus years.