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(Big Daddy) wrote in message . com...
Opinions please. I've just winterized my 4.3 liter Volvo with duoprop
outdrive. After draining exhaust manifolds, engine block, impeller,
and then adding antifreeze to all the appropriate areas, I'm
wondering...is there any benefit to starting the engine for a few
seconds after filling it up with antifreeze? I'm wondering if running
it for a few seconds would actually circulate the antifreeze to
potential 'dead zones' or mix any remaining water pockets. I've
winterized for years and never started it but was wondering what you
guys think.

Thanks,

Wayne

all that was mentioned is a good start. the power steering cooler
doesnt need to be drained if the leg is stored in the down position,
it will gravity drain as long as the intake hose has been removed at
the seawater pump it should be fine. a problem with some v6 models was
a low spot at the front of the intake manifolds. check the front,
above the circ pump for a plug, this needs to be removed for drainage.
no plug means no worries. dont start your engine after you have fogged
and drained, it wont achieve anything.