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Cold nights ahead
I am not planning on fully winterizing the boat until at least Dec 1st, Black Fish are fun ;D.
Are there any steps I should be taking with my engine/boat to get through the freezing nights until then? I figured I would pour some antifreeze into the hatches and bilge area to prevent freezing, but not sure if I should be doing anything else. Thanks!
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10-17-2006, 11:31 AM
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Re: Cold nights ahead
I don't think it's necessary to put anti-freeze in hatches and such. Do they ever totally fill w/water?
What state do you live in?
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10-17-2006, 12:31 PM
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Re: Cold nights ahead
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My wife tells me that often. ::)
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10-17-2006, 12:40 PM
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Re: Cold nights ahead
do you keep her in the water or on the trailer? in the water i would say maybe a little antifreeze in the bilge, on the trailer keep her tilted back and the plug out ;D
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10-17-2006, 01:19 PM
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Re: Cold nights ahead
....what Cy said and tilt the motor down too. If you leave it up water can hold in the lower unit and freeze.
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10-17-2006, 02:37 PM
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I 2nd all said above and emphasize BR's suggestion...tilt boat up so it drains, then nothing to puddle...and tilt motor down after each use to drain thoroughly and store w/ motor tilted down also...been following this for years w/ no problem... ;) :D ...
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10-17-2006, 04:34 PM
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Re: Cold nights ahead
Good advice on lowering your motor. When I bought mine the owner had the motor raised so that he could raise the front end higher. Water stayed in the water pump and froze. I had to replace all of the pumps components. Once you have your motor lowered turn it over quickly, don't start, this will help expell any remaining water.
Winterizing an Evinrude E tec, 3 quick turns of the key and your winterized! Billy Mac ;D
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