Reiderseven
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- Nov 8, 2019
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I’ve had my boat (bayliner 175 with mercruiser 3.0) for 13 years and typically winterized by this time (nov) here in Southern Ontario, however this year I’m pushing the season longer to do more fishing. Boat stays in attached (to house) garage (not heated, 2 insulated walls) when not in use. Plan is to get out on the water in close to freezing temps but won’t go if well below freezing. When pulling out of water, will drain with 2 blue hoses at the launch and lower outdrive a few times, tow home into garage, wet/dry vac the drains to ensure all water is out, pull 3 black hoses and fill with antifreeze (yes each time I go out), I believe one fills the block, the other the manifold and the lowest tube to the lower end and intake/pump etc, and then for insurance have purchased a bilge heater and a blanket to put over the engine compartment blocking the vents when not in use.
Have been reading A LOT online to get more familiar with the boat engine.
Has anyone done this? Am I missing anything that could cause damage? Thanks!
Have been reading A LOT online to get more familiar with the boat engine.
Has anyone done this? Am I missing anything that could cause damage? Thanks!