![]() Repairing freeze damage takes time and all too often involves a complete engine replacement. Most of those who don't winterize, or don't winterize properly, only find out something is wrong in the spring when brown froth starts spewing through a crack in the side of the engine block, or what looks like chocolate milk appears on the dipstick. There is no way to accurately predict how cold winter will be in your state, so don't get caught off guard this year. experiencing temperatures below freezing. The most freeze claims over the past decade were in 2018 because of a severe winter that included snow in Las Vegas, record cold for Los Angeles, and at one point, nearly half the U.S. More than half of them would be considered warm-weather states, and only Hawaii routinely has no claims. If you live in a temperate state and aren't sure if you should winterize, look at the list below showing which states have the most freeze damage insurance claims over the last 10 years. In the temperate South, our files include many more claims where the boat wasn't winterized at all, or where the boater was depending on a heater to keep the engine from freezing and the electricity went out. Why? Likely because boaters in the frozen North know they need to winterize, so their freeze claims almost always involve a problem with how the boat was winterized (something was missed) or the owner waited too long. Even balmy Florida has more claims than Minnesota. The proper steps and the right products, you’ll do just fine.If you're like most people, you probably think the colder states would have the most claims, but the GEICO | BoatUS Marine Insurance claims files show that the Lone Star State of Texas leads the pack with more than seven times the freeze-damage claims as frigid Minnesota. Dealing with an inboard engine can be intimidating, but with Safety precautions, and make sure that you read any instructions thoroughlyīefore you begin. You should also inspect the hoses for leaks, not to mention sealing offĮngine openings to make sure that your boat is properly prepared for the harshĭon’t proceed with winterizing an inboard boat without To inspect areas like the exhaust system to ensure there are no cracks or Since you’re getting into the inboard motor, now’s the time It also aids in the effectiveness of your winterization Help flush out old gunk and contaminants, which in turn makes the entire Changing the oil while the engine is still warm will Motor, while helping to prepare it for winter. This way, you can promote the health of your inboard Change Your OilĬhanging the oil and oil filter is essential in preparing aīoat for winter, which is why you should do it now. Next step) to facilitate the process of adding in antifreeze. You’ll want to work with a warm engine (as you will with the The best results when winterizing your boat, not to mention the overall Picking the right product is essential and will yield Don’t be afraid to go to a marine store and ask for the proper Add Antifreeze ForĪsk around to make sure you use the proper antifreeze for Your boat in the water can aid in the supply of water throughout. This will prevent any unneeded buildup in fuel lines.Īnd keep in mind that now is as good a time as any to replace your filter in You should also add a fuel stabilizer designed specificallyįor your type of fuel. ![]() Winterizing an inboard boat, make sure you have an engine full of fuel, because Want all that moisture interfering with the proper functioning of your tank. Winter for your car, your inboard motor does well with less air in the tank and Just as experts recommend keeping a tank full of gas in the ![]() Some simple tips for winterizing an inboard boat the right way. That’s particularly true when winter’s on the horizon and yourīoat has to sail through the cold months in the best possible shape. A boat with an inboard engine can have tremendousīenefits-but it can also require some special maintenance that boat owners need ![]()
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