motor storage

[gtodd]

I live on the central coast of California. Occasional freezing temps. Recently moved boat 30 miles away where it gets more extreme weather at night and early mornings, often dipping below 32 degrees sporadically in winter, warming up during the day. Should I worry about my Yamaha F15 being exposed these temps?

 

[gtodd]

Should i also think about pulling the battery?

 

[Mohawkmtrs]

As long as the motor is stored in the vertical position (prop down) you'll be fine.

Keep the battery charged and you'll be good to go.

 

[tommarvin]

I would keep the battery on a maintainer when not in use. Add distilled water when needed. The risk is water gets is the intake and freezes and cracks the lower unit, bummer. keep the motor in doors or covered. If you can.

We do perfect outboard maintance, its so fast, and doesn't cost a lot of money, So why would you not ?

I would be more than happy to explain everything, just message me.

 

[gtodd]

Thanks for the replys. I was at my daughters house yesterday, where I now keep it, and lowered it all the way to vertical. Next time there, I'll bring my motor caddy and put it in her garage.

 

[airshot]

I stored outboards outside for years without issue in temps at -10 below. Keep it verticle and pull the rope or spin the starter a couple times to be sure all water is out and you will be fine. Most all the water drains out when vertical, by bumping the starter or giving a yank on the starter rope just makes sure all is out. If battery is at full charge it will withstand extreme cold, when the charge drops is when they become vulnerable to cold.