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8122pbrainard
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Kostas,
Some try to fill the block and in my opinion that's just a waste of antifreeze. Think about the drain only method that has been used for years, still is and works. If the engine is drained, the addition of say a gallon is simply an added safety precaution just in case there's a small pocket of water remaining. |
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OldSchoolBlue84
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Thanks Pete! I would guess my father-in-law did it this way to avoid draining hoses. Going to review the manual! |
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Frankenotter
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I fill my engine with Jell-O shots so it's ready in spring.
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8122pbrainard
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Chris, Make sure there's enough vodka to bring the burst point down to -50 just in case there's some water still in the engine. What flavor do you prefer? |
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wawasee
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I am new here and recently purchased 95 Sport Nautique. We always had a mechanic winterize our previous Nautiques, however, I am wondering if this method of winterization is good or bad. Looking to do this myself.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qb9IdS-Z3DEhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qb9IdS-Z3DE |
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8122pbrainard
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John, Well, the method may work but, he didn't drain the block first!! Do you want to take a chance that there isn't any water still in the engine? I sure would not. Do understand that RV antifreeze is NOT meant to be diluted!! Did you read this thread? Have you looked at your owners manual? |
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wawasee
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Thanks for your feedback! Yes, I read the thread and the owners manual. I just saw that video and thought I would see what members opinions are on it. It seemed like the guy in the video was cutting corners.
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8122pbrainard
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John,
Thanks for the interest in the winterizing methods. It sounds like you have done your research so good luck with your own winterizing. If anything does come up, we're here. I sure hope people don't follow that youtube vid since I sure don't like the fact that he didn't make a point of draining first. . |
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