Boat Winterization Matters

Why Winterize?

The answer boils down to water. Fresh water expands about 9% in volume when it freezes and can push outward with tens of thousands of pounds per square inch. It’s no surprise, then, that around three-quarters of freeze claims involve cracks in the engine block or exhaust manifolds because water remained in the cooling system or engine during a hard freeze. Other damaged components may include fiberglass, hoses, and even refrigeration systems.

And here’s the thing: You may not realize there’s a problem until spring boating season comes back around and you’re left seeing brown water spewing out the side of the engine block or what looks like chocolate milk on the dipstic.

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