WHATS INCLUDED IN WINTERIZATION:
Standard Engine/Generator: Drain water from the engine block, exaust manifolds and hoses. Drain plugs and hoses wil NOT be reinstalled (Liability Reasons).Flush with antifreeze (except outboards), fog cylinders, stabilize fuel and check/change gearlube (on land ONLY). Then blow out thru-hull valve/s and close value/s (floating boats).
**All boats on trailers will have the gear lube inspected during winterization. If the gear lube requires replacement, it will be changed. Additional charges for gear lube and labor will apply.**
Drive Service and Alignment Check: (Sterndrive Engines)Service includes Standard Winterization PLUS: Remove drive unit. Greasing input shaft & U-joints. Check engine and drive alignment. Inspect U-joint, shift cable, exhaust bellows and gimbal bearing. Check steering and trim pivot points for wear. Reinstall drive unit with new gaskets and/or o-ring seals. DONE ON LAND ONLY. This is recomended to do every 2/3 years.
Boat Systems: Drain water from system. Bypass water heater. Pump antifreeze through system. Blow out thru-hull valve(s) and close valve(s) (floating boats).
**Gearlube/Drive Unit Oil CANNOT be checked over water while boat is ON Hoist.** (Corps Of Engineers Policy - In case of spill)
**WE DO NOT CHANGE ENGINE OIL DURING WINTERIZATION**
Recomend oil changes in the spring during Sping Commisioning (Summerization)