I have a 1999 Bayliner and need to know how to winterize the motor with out putting it in the lake?

Question

I live in Texas so it should'nt be below freezing for along period of time

Answer 1

Some good winterizing tips can be found here http://www.boatcouncil.com/winterizing-b...

Hope you'll find there something interesting.

Good luck!

Answer 2

OK,

Inboard Engine(s) - You should run the engine(s) to warm it up and change the oil while it is warm. This tends to allow impurities to be drained away with the oil. You should also change the oil filter(s). Flush the engine(s) with fresh water. You should circulate antifreeze through the manifold by using a pickup hose from the waterpump to a bucket of antifreeze. Start the engine and allow the antifreeze to circulate until water starts to exit the exhaust. This process will vary slightly depending on whether you have a "Raw Water" cooling system or an "Enclosed Fresh Water" cooling system. While you're in the engine room you should also change the fluid in your transmission. Remove spark plugs and use "fogging oil" to spray into each cylinder. Wipe down the engine with a shop towel sprayed with a little fogging oil or WD-40.

Outboard Engine(s) - Flush engine with fresh water using flush muffs or similar device attached to the raw water pickup. Let all water drain from the engine. Wash engine down with soap and water and rinse thoroughly. Disconnect fuel hose and run engine until it stops. It is important to follow a step by step process to make sure that all fuel is drained from the carburetor to prevent build-up of deposits from evaporated fuel. Use fogging oil in the cylinders to lubricate the cylinder walls and pistons. Apply water resistant grease to propeller shaft and threads. Change the gear oil in the lower unit. Lightly lubricate the exterior of the engine or polish with a good wax.

Hope this is helpful,best of luck my friend, B.

Answer 3

If its freshwater its fairly simple- wash, drain, check the oil, top off, remove plugs, squirt in some oil, re-insert the plugs, drain and replace the oil in the lower unit if its an outboard.  Make sure the batterys are fully charged, and all fluids removed just in case it freezes

Answer 4

go buy a book it will show you step by step what you needto do for your engine