auscarter12
Seaman
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- Jun 19, 2015
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The past 2 years I have had my boat winterized at the same shop. They charge $200 for the service. After talking to them about their winterizing process, all they do is fog the motor when it's up to temp and remove the plugs and hoses from the block to let any water drain. They do NOT use antifreeze, and they obviously recommend leaving the plugs and hoses disconnected until spring. But that's it. I live in Tennessee, I do not leave the boat in the water, and it stays covered when out of season. I can't justify spending $200 for that service when it's something I could easily do myself. The past 2 years I haven't had any trouble getting the boat back in the water in the spring.
My question is: Are there any other precautions I should take if I'm thinking about winterizing myself this year? I've heard of people using compressed air to blow through the motor and try to blow as much water out as possible, but I have never done that before. Any info or tips from previous experience will help!
Thanks.
My question is: Are there any other precautions I should take if I'm thinking about winterizing myself this year? I've heard of people using compressed air to blow through the motor and try to blow as much water out as possible, but I have never done that before. Any info or tips from previous experience will help!
Thanks.