"Harry Krause" wrote in message
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There's not much to "winterizing" a four stroke outboard.

My dealer performs a list of services at season's end, some of which
prevent damage and premature aging to the engine, and others just part of
normal maintenance.

Among the tasks I consider important:

1. Running the engine in a test tank under load and checking how it runs
and the computer "print-outs." Putting Sta-bil in the fuel supply.

2. Greasing the fittings.

3. Changing the oil and filter.

4. Changing lower unit lube. Greasing prop shaft.

5. Putting in the "old" set of plugs (I keep them in a baggie)
and running and fogging the engine.

6. Washing the engine and touching up the lower unit paint.

7. Making sure the engine is drained of any water.

8. Remove, clean, charge and store the batteries.



Thanks. I am just wondering how number 7 is accomplished.

Eisboch