Winterization

[olmpilot]

Does anyone have a "ballpark" figure of what I can expect to pay if I take my evi 120 vro to a local dealer to have it winterized later this month or early next month? I would do it myself, but it's my first year owning the boat and I would rather not mess it up and have major repair bills next season. The boat will be covered and outside most if not all of the winter.<br /><br />Thanks!

 

[sangerwaker]

Re: Winterization

It is actually VERY easy to winterize an outboard. Do you have any friends that do it themselves you could ask to help you?<br /><br />Here is a link to the FAQ page on winterizing here on iboats. I have never had any of my boats winterized professionally, so I honestly could not guess a price for you if you decide to have someone else do it for you.<br /><br />Maybe some of the marine mechanics here could give an estimate of what it might cost.

 

[dajohnson53]

Re: Winterization

Hey Rick - I also winterize my outboard, and it is an easy DIY if you happen to be interested. But I understand, having had mine professionally done when I didn't have the time or inclination (or knowledge) to do it myself. <br /><br />My rough guess is that it shouldn't take an hour for a professional, so figure a max. of an hour shop time and some materials. But be sure to go over what they'll actually do. <br /><br />Better yet - call the shop(s). They should be able to give an estimate on this since they do many of them. Again, make sure you know the list of what they'll do for the money.

 

[Cortes165]

Re: Winterization

Hello fellow boaters. I'm new to this site, but already have found all kinds of good info. Being an owner of a new (old) boat, I was also wondering on the winterizing. The only concern I have is getting all the water from the engine.<br />('91 evi 100). Does all the water run out if I put the eng in the down position??? In this position would the heads and water pump totally drain. Unfortunately I also will be storing it in the cold. (hopefully not for a while yet).

 

[dajohnson53]

Re: Winterization

Originally posted by Cortes165:<br /> ... The only concern I have is getting all the water from the engine.<br />('91 evi 100). Does all the water run out if I put the eng in the down position??? In this position would the heads and water pump totally drain. Unfortunately I also will be storing it in the cold. (hopefully not for a while yet).

If the outboard is in the vertical position (not tilted up), the water will drain completely.<br /><br />Really, winterizing an outboard is as easy as:<br /><br />1. Drain water from cooling system (upright motor)<br />2. change lower unit oil - to make sure there's no water in there<br />3. top off tank, stabilize fuel, and run this through carbs, <br />4. fog engine<br />5. Clean and lube other parts as desired.<br /><br />The winterization FAQ on this site is good. Even addresses what, to me, is the only controversial part of winterizing an outboard - to drain or not to drain the carbs. (I'm in the not to drain camp).

 

[DHPMARINE]

Re: Winterization

rick,not that hard to do,but you will need to invest in chemicals,and at least a gear oil pump.<br />You basically want to stabilize your fuel,run the engine on it,and fog it down.Leave the fuel in the carbs,you won't dry out the gaskets,or needle and seats.Store upright so no water is in it.<br />The advantage of having a good shop do it for you...<br />They should also change the gear oil and do a vacuum and pressure check if the oil is contaminated.The prop should come off,and the shaft should be greased after removing any fishline.Also the steering cable should be greased where it goes through the tilt tube.<br />Also,other motors,such as fuel injection and four strokes need different measures.<br />DHP

 

[Hotrods]

Re: Winterization

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