Difference between revisions of "Winterizing"
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| − | Nevermore is on the hard in a parking lot directly next to the MBTA Harbor Express ferry terminal in Quincy: See this [http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&hl=en&geocode=&time=&date=&ttype=&q=42. | + | Nevermore is on the hard in a parking lot directly next to the MBTA Harbor Express ferry terminal in Quincy: See this [http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&hl=en&geocode=&time=&date=&ttype=&q=42.244984,+-70.972983+(Nevermore+Location)&ie=UTF8&ll=42.244984,-70.972983&spn=0.002514,0.005305&t=h&z=18&iwloc=addr&om=1 map of her location] |
== Tasks That Must Be Done First == | == Tasks That Must Be Done First == | ||
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* Change Engine Oil and Filter (sporter(?) says he will do this after the haulout) | * Change Engine Oil and Filter (sporter(?) says he will do this after the haulout) | ||
* Change Transmission Fluid | * Change Transmission Fluid | ||
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* Fog Cylinders | * Fog Cylinders | ||
* Drain Freshwater tanks | * Drain Freshwater tanks | ||
| + | * Drain and flush old antifreeze from cooling system and add fresh antifreeze | ||
* Add non-toxic antifreeze to freshwater system. | * Add non-toxic antifreeze to freshwater system. | ||
* Add non-toxic antifreeze to head/holding tank {{discuss}} | * Add non-toxic antifreeze to head/holding tank {{discuss}} | ||
| + | * Drain salt-water from cooling system. | ||
* Add antifreeze to salt-water system/exhaust pot (bio-friendly) | * 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}} | * Add antifreeze/rocksalt to bilge (or get the last few inches of water out) {{discuss}} | ||
| − | * Top up batteries' charges | + | * Top up batteries' charges {{discuss}} |
== Other Tasks That Should Be Done Soon == | == Other Tasks That Should Be Done Soon == | ||
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* Furl Genoa neatly, find a sailbag, get it washed {{discuss}} | * Furl Genoa neatly, find a sailbag, get it washed {{discuss}} | ||
| − | == Equipment Borrowed from Sailors, to be returned after winterizing | + | == Equipment Borrowed from Sailors, to be returned after winterizing == |
* Extension ladder - ThomS | * Extension ladder - ThomS | ||
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| + | == External Links == | ||
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| + | * [http://www.boatsafe.com/nauticalknowhow/winteriz.htm Boatsafe: Winterize Your Boat] | ||
| + | * [http://www.torresen.com/winterfresh.htm Torresen: Winterizing Fresh Water Cooled Diesel Engines] | ||
| + | * [http://www.brokeboats.com/winterinboard.html Brokeboats: Directions to Winterize Inboard and Stern Drive Boats] | ||
| + | * [http://www.boatus.com/boattech/casey/37.htm BoatUS: Winterize Your Engine] | ||
Revision as of 14:08, 8 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
Contents
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
- Fog Cylinders
- Drain Freshwater tanks
- Drain and flush old antifreeze from cooling system and add fresh antifreeze
- Add non-toxic antifreeze to freshwater system.
- Add non-toxic antifreeze to head/holding tank [discuss ]
- Drain salt-water from cooling system.
- 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 [discuss ]
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! will fix 08Nov
- 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
