Hey Guys - I have been reading a bunch of these engine heater / winterizing forums and I have not seen any mention of freeze plug style block heaters. I have a Crownline 1995 Mercruiser 350 w/ a Bravo One. Does anyone know if this motor has the normal freeze plugs that an auto version would have? If so - can I not just use a $30-50 block heater for a Chevy 350?
I live in E. TN (rarely dips into the 20s deg F) and I usually get out at least once or twice a month in the winter. I plan on keeping my boat in a wet slip with power access. I also plan to drain the main plugs on each cold weather visit but would like a little extra protection. My other option it seems would be one of the Wolverine style silicone pad heaters. Has anyone used these on this style motor? If so - Which model / wattage and mount location?
Let me know what you guys think. Thanks for all the pros who take time to help the rest of us out!
Thanks!
RockGeek
therockgeek@excite.com
I live in E. TN (rarely dips into the 20s deg F) and I usually get out at least once or twice a month in the winter. I plan on keeping my boat in a wet slip with power access. I also plan to drain the main plugs on each cold weather visit but would like a little extra protection. My other option it seems would be one of the Wolverine style silicone pad heaters. Has anyone used these on this style motor? If so - Which model / wattage and mount location?
Let me know what you guys think. Thanks for all the pros who take time to help the rest of us out!
Thanks!
RockGeek
therockgeek@excite.com