Forgot power coolant hose

yelmrap

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Title error...Forgot power steering coolant hose

So I performed my first winterizing on my 4.3L and I forgot my manual at home and was going off memory, regarding the hoses to remove.
I got home tonight and realized I forgot to remove the coolant line from the power. Tonight will be the coldest night of the next seven, until I’m able to return to the scene of the crime.
Tonight it’s dropping to ~21F and weather terrorists extended forecast states a low of 25F one day, and high’s in the upper 40’s this coming week.
The boat is stored in a pole barn with a concrete floor, and I doubt it will get cold inside.

Do you think I’m doomed here?
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Don S

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Re: Forgot power coolant hose

Doomed, I doubt it's that bad, but it may have damaged the cooler. Pull the hose off and let it drain. You will find out in the spring if it's bad or not. Usually one of the ends pops off at the solder joint. Usually you can solder them back on or a radiator shop can.
 
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