Do It Yourself Winterizing

Winterizing tips for the do-it-yourselfer

Winterizing Choices

US Boatworks is proud to help you when it comes to winterizing your sterndrive or outboard motor.  We help by providing two choices for winterizing.  First off you can bring your boat in to be winterized and choose one of the three winterizing packages we offer. Or if you choose to do it yourself, we provide all the quality OEM supplies you need along with these valuable winterizing tips.

Winterizing Outboards and Inboards:

• Remove water from the engine & exhaust manifolds. Water left in the engine cooling system can freeze and crack the engine block.
• Remove water from your fresh water systems & live wells.
• Add fuel stabilizer to your fuel tank using a high-quality fuel stabilizer. Without stabilizer, the fuel can degrade over the winter months.  Make sure the stabilizer you select is for your fuel type & motor type (2 stroke).
• Winterize the cooling system using ethyl-glycol antifreeze (pink RV-type). If water is left behind, it will mix with the antifreeze, which will keep it from freezing.
• Lower unit lubrication should be changed. This eliminates water or contaminants that could harm the unit over the long winter. While you are at it, check for leaks and the condition of your propeller.
• Lock your outboard or outdrive if necessary.  Remove electronics and valuables.
• Check your trailer: Inspect bearings for rust and pitting.  Replace them if necessary.  Bearing seals should be well greased.  Check the tires and trailer brakes.
• ***Always refer to the service manual before performing any service on your motor.***

One more tip — if you winterize your boat on your own, remember most insurance policies don’t cover damage caused by freezing, even if you did your best. Having a high-quality, qualified repair shop winterize your boat limits your responsibility if freezing damage occurs.  If you live in the Kansas City area, call us  at 913-342-0011 to have your boat professionally winterized by our trained marine mechanics.

Not in the Kansas City, Missouri or Kansas area?  We can ship anywhere in the US.  We know what your boat needs and we have excellent prices.  Additionally, we have low shipping rates as we only charge you our cost to ship parts to you.  Call us or send us an email at sales@BoatEngine.com.

Winterize your boat in Kansas City

Unless you are a die hard fisher,
its probably time to get your outboard or sterndrive motor
winterized. Those of you in the Mid-West had better act fast as
the Mid-West is expecting a freeze in the next few days.

So what are your options? 1) You can
do it yourself or 2) you can take your boat in for
service. Here are a few tips for you.

1)
Have US Boatworks
Winterize your boat for you:

Take the guess work out of it, sit
back and let us do the work for you. You will be comfortable
knowing we will do the job right. US Boatworks offers
outstanding service and very knowledgeable staff. Tim, Ron and
Mike are amazing and know your boat and parts inside and out.
Plus they love what they do and take pride in it. We have seen
many customers from the old Bruce Marine this year. They are
happy with the service at US Boatworks and promise to come back
in years to come. You can read more about our happy customers
throughout this blog.

Before coming down with your boat,
please call 913-342-0011, to make sure we can get to your boat
before the freeze. We will make every attempt to take care of
all the customers who call us. Our lot is filling up quick.

2)
Winterize your boat yourself:

US Boatworks caters to the
do-it-yourselfer. Feel free to use our
winterizing tips page assist you in winterizing your motor
then get your parts and oil from US Boatworks. We know what your
motor needs and can assist you in getting the right parts. If
you need a manufacturer

boat motor service manual, we stock those too.

To check our inventory, contact Tim
or Mike at US Boatworks at 913-342-0011 or email us at

parts@boatengine.com. We welcome the opportunity to help you
in your boat parts search.

Happy boating.