basic maintenance/winterization

[nwcove]

been reading alot of threads on laying motors up for the off season, it seems to be all about fogging, stabil, and changing lu fluid. how many of us pull the prop and check for the mess that could be lurking behind it, just waiting to destroy a seal and cost big bucks to fix? even if you dont fish, this is what you may find!!

 

[tazrig]

Re: basic maintenance/winterization

+1^^^ I know Mercruiser recommends checking once every 2-3 months during the season and once when you lay it up for the winter.

 

[boobie]

Re: basic maintenance/winterization

Aw, come on Nwcove that's to easy to do. You know we all wait until the gear case takes a dump from having water in it.:laugh:

 

[Mohawkmtrs]

Re: basic maintenance/winterization

I usually find line on small trolling motors...but never any money!

 

[oldman570]

Re: basic maintenance/winterization

I check for line and other items at least once a month or every third time after the boat is used. It is a lot cheaper than a new or rebuilding a LU. JMO
Oldman570

 

[nwcove]

Re: basic maintenance/winterization

I usually find line on small trolling motors...but never any money!

if you are proactive with maintenance, you will find money in the strangest places....like yer pockets!!!

 

[tazrig]

Re: basic maintenance/winterization

if you are proactive with maintenance, you will find money in the strangest places....like yer pockets!!!

Found that to be true many a time.