How Do You Winterize A Boat Motor?
It signifies the end of summer when you pull the boat out of the water and get it ready for winter storage. Of course, if you own a boat you know it’s not quite that simple. You have to winterize the motor, which is probably the most important thing you do regarding maintenance of your boat. The following guidelines will help you take the right steps to winterize your boat motor. Pull your boat out of the water. Thoroughly wash and clean the entire boat including the deck and the cockpit areas. Don’t forget to run and drain the bilge pump so nothing is left in that line and leave the plug out while in storage. If your boat has toilet facilities, drain, flush and clean these areas as your boat manufacturer recommends. Leave the storage areas open so moisture doesn’t build up inside. Make needed repairs or make a list of things that need to be repaired before putting the boat back in the water next boating season. Place life jackets in an area where they can air out. Take special care to
