It's always a good idea to "winterize" even if it's
being stored. You can create some very real
problems even in a heated garage.

Later,

Tom

"Bob H" wrote in message
...
In my search up here in the northern states for a Regal cruiser I've come
across several parties that have their vessel in heated storage. They claim
that they do not winterize their boat.

Put aside the obvious risk of "What if you loose power and heat" ... what
about the engine? I thought it was not good to leave it sit for 5-6 months
with raw water in the block, as rust corrosion would be accelerated. I
thought that was one of the side benefits of cooling system flush with
winterizing fluid as it protected against corrosion.

Also ... I thought you were not supposed to leave the engine sit without
fogging to protect internal surfaces.

Can anyone shed some light on this topic from practical, mechanical
experience?