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I have a 2001 SAN and keep it in the garage from October until May. I do not need to worry about freezing temps. My question is do I need to drain the water out of the engine or can I just leave it. I do put stable in the gas tank but that is about it. Will leaving the water in the engine during the off months damage it?
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RE: 2001 SAN long term storage
Personnaly I would still winterize it because you still have to worry about scaling when the water evaporates in the block and manifolds, some disagree but I feel you should always fill with antifreeze for protection after draining the block. The cylinder walls need a shot of fogging oil also or you'll possibly get some rust or corrosion from condensation. Winterizing is for more than freezing, it is for lay ups also. -
RE: 2001 SAN long term storage
exactly what he said.....2001 Super Air Nautique
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RE: 2001 SAN long term storage
FClerik,
These guys are probably right. But, I live in the Bay Area, not far from you. In my 44 years, we've never winterized a boat. I live in a boating community and none of my neighbors winterize either.
However, I'm surprised that in Reno you don't have to worry about the cold. In fact, I thought it was in the teens up there today.
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RE: 2001 SAN long term storage
I am shocked you don't winterize while living in Reno. I know Truckee is a lot colder than Reno but I had a boat in my garage that froze up, the engine had to totally be replaced. The cost of winterizing verus the cost of the new engine....you be the judge. I have winterized my boat while it was stored in the Bay Area in the past. Even if it was just a simple fogging, fuel stabalizer etc.Comment
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RE: 2001 SAN long term storage
Your right the temps in Reno do get below freezing. I keep the boat in my garage all winter and the garage is heated so it never falls below 60.Comment
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