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).
Drive Alignment Service: (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.
**Gearlube/Drive Unit Oil CAN NOT 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 Sumerization