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Winterization Checklist!
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WINTERIZATION CHECKLIST

Exterior

Interior

Wash/Scrub Hull, Bottom, and Deck

Clean and Drain Bilge(SeaBowld Bilge Cleaner)

Repair any Hull Damage

Clean Instrument Control Panel

Clean, Polish and Wax Hull and Deck

Clean and Treat Upholstery and trim

Clean, Polish, Wax Hardware & Metal Trim

Clean Carpet (Scrub and Vacuum)

Polish Windshield

Clean, Deodorize, Lubricate, and Drain Head, Winterize

Check Fire Extinguishers

Drain/Winterize Water Heater & Fresh Water System

Inspect and Lubricate Trim Mechanisms

Clean and Treat Wood Trim

Inspect and Lubricate Control Cables

Check and Clean All Storage Compartments

Inspect Standing and Running Rigging

Remove Electronics for Safe Storage

Clean and inspect Sails

Provide Dehumidifying & Mildew Control

Inspect Dock and Mooring Lines

 

Clean Protect and Remove Canvas

 

Clean, Treat and store Dinghy

 

Repair/Replace Tarp or Boat Cover

 
 

Trailer

Check Tires and Wheels

Inspect Rollers and replace as necessary

Lubricate Wheel Bearings

Inspect, Clean and Lubricate Winch

Clean and Lubricate Ball

Inspect Lighting, lube metal parts
 

Winterizing Supplies

Inflatable boat cleaners &/or repair kit

Hull Cleaner

Vinyl Cleaner and Restorer

Fiberglass Cleaner, Polish, Wax

Brushes, Sponges

Teak Oil

Scrubbers

Tie Down Rope/Straps

Teak Cleaner

Trailer Ball

Tarp Tie Downs

Bearing Caps

Trailer Wheel Bearings

Winch

Trailer Rollers

Upholstery -Carpet Cleaners

Trailer Lights, Bulbs and Wiring

Winch Strap

Dehumidifier/Mildew Control Bags

Boat Cover

Fiberglass Repair Materials

Bilge Cleaner

Head Chemicals

All Purpose Cleaner

Tarps

Boat Cover Bows

Trailer Tires - Wheels

Bearing Grease

Trailer Jack

Non-Toxic Anti-Freeze

Trailer Lock

Hose Clamps

De-Icer

Sail Bath, Cleaner & Bleach

Rags

Boat Cover Waterproofing

Charts and Chart books to plan trips to take in 2004

 
 

Engines: Inboard, Outboard, And Inboard/Outboard
(Consult operating manual for specific and detailed instructions)

Add Fuel Stabilizer as per instructions.

Remove Prop and Inspect.  Lubricate if necessary.

Use Flush attachment to flush engine with clean water.

Run Engine at Low RPM for Several Minutes to get Fuel Lines, Carburetor etc. full of treated fuel.

Remove Warm Motor Oil.

Change Filter and Add appropriate amount of oil.

Run Engine to make sure oil is circulated.

Spray Fogging Oil in Carburetor while engine is running and continue to run engine a few more minutes (see manufactures instructions)

Drain and Replace gear case/vertical drive unit lubricant.

Remove spark plugs and spray fogging oil into cylinders.

Turn Flywheel Several Times.

Re-Install Spark Plugs, Leaving wires disconnected.

Drain Inboard, I/O engine cooling system and all vertical drive passages (see owners manual)

Winterize cooling system with appropriate anti-freeze (follow manufacturer?s instructions)

Remove battery, check water level, charge battery and store in a cool dry location. Charge periodically or attach battery buddy float charger.

Disconnect portable fuel line tank.

Grease all fittings and lubricate the prop shaft.

Use touch-up paint as needed.

Clean Polish and wax shroud, lower unit/vertical drive.

Spray rust preventative on engine. Lubricate control cables.

Check all belts and hoses.
 

Engine Supplies

Fuel Stabilizer

Funnels

2 Cycle Lubricant

Trim and Tilt Fluid

Fuel Filter

Belts

Penetrating Oil

Water Pump Impellers

Service Manual

Degreaser

Anodes/Zincs

Grease-Grease Gun

Water Hose

Oil Drain Pump

Engine Anti-Freeze

Spark Plugs

Motor Touch-Up Paint

Prop/Motor Lock

Transmission Fluid

Battery Charger

Control Cable Lubricant

Tune-Up Parts

Fogging Oil

Lower Unit Seal Plugs

4 Cycle Oil

Lower Unit Gear Lube

Oil Filter

Hoses and Fuel Lines

Oil Filter Wrench

Prop Wrench

Carburetor/Choke Cleaner

Tool Kit

Thread Locker

Spray Protector for Metal Parts

Water Absorber Fuel Additive

Flushing Attachment