Difference between revisions of "Winterizing"

Revision as of 09:45, 6 November 2007

Nevermore is on the hard in a parking lot directly next to the MBTA Harbor Express ferry terminal in Quincy: See this map of her location

Tasks That Must Be Done First

• Acquire a ladder/chain/lock and lock ladder to boat stands - DONE 04Nov - Brian R, ThomS
• Move mast from aboard to on ground (Frannie to request boatyard)

Tasks That Must Be Done Soon (Before It Freezes)

• Change Engine Oil and Filter (sporter(?) says he will do this after the haulout)
• Change Transmission Fluid
• Drain coolant (seawater and antifreeze)
• Fog Cylinders
• Drain Freshwater tanks
• Add non-toxic antifreeze to freshwater system.
• Add non-toxic antifreeze to head/holding tank ^{[discuss ]}
• Add antifreeze to salt-water system/exhaust pot (bio-friendly)
• Add antifreeze/rocksalt to bilge (or get the last few inches of water out) ^{[discuss ]}
• Top up batteries' charges

Other Tasks That Should Be Done Soon

• Bring (borrow/buy):
  • converter (lightbulb base to AC-plug, 2-to-3 prong adapter) to use light as extension cord
  • electrical extension cord (c.300-foot) - DONE 04Nov - ThomS - UNDONE! ^{[discuss ]}
  • water hose (c.150-foot)
• Bring up (from Conn.) and Install winter cover and its frame
• Lock up bow anchor - DONE 04Nov - ThomS
• Remove battens and dutchman rig from mainsail & furl neatly
• Get mainsail washed and perform any necessary maintenance (remove dutchman gear)
• Furl Genoa neatly, find a sailbag, get it washed ^{[discuss ]}

== Equipment Borrowed from Sailors, to be returned after winterizing

• Extension ladder - ThomS