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Fall Lay-Up Check List
by Joel Terbrueggen
- Remove drain plug from the hull.
- Add stabilizer to fuel.
- Change fuel filter(s)
- Start engine and run 15-20 minutes (or until
warm.)
- Change oil and filter.
- Run engine another 15-20 min. (distributes new
oil.)
- Drain block and water jackets, otherwise
antifreeze is too diluted. To avoid this step, use straight
antifreeze.Two gallons is sufficient for most engines.
- Add antifreeze. The preferred method is to draw
the antifreeze through the engine using the water pump. This
assures the antifreeze reaching all areas. Care must be
given to engines with thermostats. Proper protection will
not be obtained if the engine is not run long enough to open the
thermostat and allow the antifreeze into the block.
- Fog the carburetor during last 30 seconds of
running.
- Remove spark plugs and fog each cylinder or
squirt transmission fluid in.
- Remove coil wire and crank engine several
times.
- Cover carburetor and intake valve with plastic
or duct tape for the winter.
- Tape over the exhaust pipe(s).
- Remove unnecessary equipment for the winter.
- Thoroughly clean the boat, inside and out.
TIPS
- Apply vaseline to rubber moldings such as
around the base of many windshields.
- Make sure seats and rear seat backs are open to
allow good ventilation during the winter.
- Add rust inhibitor to antifreeze for added
protection.
- Fill gas tank to reduce condensation over the
winter.
- Do any engine touch-ups at this time.
- Perform any repairs at this time so the engine
is ready to go next spring.
- Have a professional do the engine winterization
if you are not sure about the process. Cracked blocks are much
more expensive than a winterizing bill!
Winterizing
- Drain and replace transmission fluid if
separate from engine.
- Shut off fuel valves and drain carburetor and
sediment bowl if equipped.
- Install tune-up parts: spark plugs, points,
condenser, distributor cap, rotor and fuel filters.
- Grease any fittings, fill and turn grease cups.
- Remove battery - protect from freezing and
charge
periodically.
- Note: There is no better time than now to make
those repairs that you’ve been putting off all summer!
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