Don't forget the paperclip when winterizing!

Backyardhockey

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I know it gets mentioned in some posts, but I thought it deserves a headline. When draining the block be sure to straighten out a paperclip and poke it through the various drain valves to be sure you have all the water out. I was sure all the water had come out of mine. Poked it and couldn't believe how much more water had been held back by a chunk of rust on my '84 5.0. Would have been a very sick suprise next May.
 

Bondo

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Re: Don't forget the paperclip when winterizing!

Ayuh,....

I've got a SSteel deckscrew that resides on my intake manifold, Just for that reason....;)
 

JustJason

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Re: Don't forget the paperclip when winterizing!

Why stop at a paper clip???? use a screwdrive or a coat hanger!!!!
 
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