Treat it right, and it will outlast the boat it sits in. And, like
your Mamma told you, remember to flush.

....... but if possible never let it 'dry out'. Always leave it full of
cooling water. Especially the exhaust manifold will form huge
"platelets of rust" if its left to "dry-out" for long periods ....
just like most cast iron. ..... same reason that Navy ships hardly
ever fully shut down and let the engine cooling water systems drain.







In article , rhys wrote:

On Sun, 11 Apr 2004 11:57:00 -0500, "Barry Morrison"
wrote:

I would like to thank the group for their replies. I now know it is more
than feasible to take my Grampian 30 with its Atomic 4 down the ICW. Some
great tips about what to watch out for re fuel and water pumps, prop pitch,
carburetor adjustments, fuel costs, mechanics' knowledge, and more. Thank
you, people, for helping make a dream come one step closer to reality.

Barry Morrison
Nightmoves
If you aren't already on it, I have found the Atomic 4 list on Sailnet
to be an incredible source of knowledge, advice and practical help on
the care and feeding of the Atomic Bomb.

Treat it right, and it will outlast the boat it sits in. And, like
your Mamma told you, remember to flush.

R.