Boat Maintenance: Winterizing Boat

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	Name:	Ulysses E. McGill -
	Subject:	Winterizing Boat
	Date:	12/12/2008 9:33:20 PM

I don't disagree and have read the same thing, but have also read arguments for fresh oil at the beginning of the season because of moisture effects of stagnent oil. In the spring I use a cleaner additive and run it in the engine before changing and drain the oil through the oil pan rather than suction removal which is common on boats. I also change my oil 2-3 times a season which I don't believe most people do. I think for most folks it is more convienient to have everything done at the same time; the most important thing is to make sure the oil is changed on a regular basis and at least once a season.