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winterizing bass boats
what all do you guys do to winterize your bass boats? I'm in michigan.
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winterizing bass boats
The best way to winterize a bass boat is to load it onto your trailer, drive
it to Florida, and fish all winter. "big fish 2003" wrote in message ... what all do you guys do to winterize your bass boats? I'm in michigan. |
winterizing bass boats
The best way to winterize a bass boat is to load it onto your trailer, drive
it to Florida, and fish all winter. "big fish 2003" wrote in message ... what all do you guys do to winterize your bass boats? I'm in michigan. |
winterizing bass boats
"big fish 2003" wrote in message ... what all do you guys do to winterize your bass boats? I'm in michigan. I don't really winterize my boat, preferring to keep it ready for fishing on the rivers or a quick trip south. But, every fall, I do the following. Change the lower unit lube. Shoot some fresh grease into the Bearing Buddies on the trailer, re-pack the wheel bearings if that hasn't been done in a while. Clean the boat up, vacuum the carpet, wipe down the hull Slightly prop open the compartments to allow air circulation Empty out all the "stuff" that's accumulated. Make certain that all four batteries are fully charged. Additional things that could/should be done, that I don't. Fog the engine. Add enough fuel to fill the tank and add Stabil (or any other fuel preservative) to the gas tanks Bring in all tackle, change line, clean/lube reels, clean the handles on the rods, check eyes/thread wraps for damage, replace rusted hooks on lures, re-organize the lures (getting rid of those that didn't produce) -- Steve @ OutdoorFrontiers http://www.outdoorfrontiers.com G & S Guide Service and Custom Rods http://www.herefishyfishy.com |
winterizing bass boats
"big fish 2003" wrote in message ... what all do you guys do to winterize your bass boats? I'm in michigan. I don't really winterize my boat, preferring to keep it ready for fishing on the rivers or a quick trip south. But, every fall, I do the following. Change the lower unit lube. Shoot some fresh grease into the Bearing Buddies on the trailer, re-pack the wheel bearings if that hasn't been done in a while. Clean the boat up, vacuum the carpet, wipe down the hull Slightly prop open the compartments to allow air circulation Empty out all the "stuff" that's accumulated. Make certain that all four batteries are fully charged. Additional things that could/should be done, that I don't. Fog the engine. Add enough fuel to fill the tank and add Stabil (or any other fuel preservative) to the gas tanks Bring in all tackle, change line, clean/lube reels, clean the handles on the rods, check eyes/thread wraps for damage, replace rusted hooks on lures, re-organize the lures (getting rid of those that didn't produce) -- Steve @ OutdoorFrontiers http://www.outdoorfrontiers.com G & S Guide Service and Custom Rods http://www.herefishyfishy.com |
winterizing bass boats
Well, since you are not going to Florida for the winter I have a few
suggestions too. I have heard that it is a good idea to loosen all of the drags on your reels for the winter. I do this. My local marine dealer suggests leaving very little fuel in the tank, winterized of course with an addititive, then adding fresh fuel in the spring. I wonder about condensation, but they say it should not be a problem. I don't agree. Also, when you charge your batteries make sure they are filled with water and don't overcharge them.Check them once per month during the winter. We start fishing in March, so winter is not too long here, just 3-4 months. Rick "Steve @ OutdoorFrontiers" wrote in message ... "big fish 2003" wrote in message ... what all do you guys do to winterize your bass boats? I'm in michigan. I don't really winterize my boat, preferring to keep it ready for fishing on the rivers or a quick trip south. But, every fall, I do the following. Change the lower unit lube. Shoot some fresh grease into the Bearing Buddies on the trailer, re-pack the wheel bearings if that hasn't been done in a while. Clean the boat up, vacuum the carpet, wipe down the hull Slightly prop open the compartments to allow air circulation Empty out all the "stuff" that's accumulated. Make certain that all four batteries are fully charged. Additional things that could/should be done, that I don't. Fog the engine. Add enough fuel to fill the tank and add Stabil (or any other fuel preservative) to the gas tanks Bring in all tackle, change line, clean/lube reels, clean the handles on the rods, check eyes/thread wraps for damage, replace rusted hooks on lures, re-organize the lures (getting rid of those that didn't produce) -- Steve @ OutdoorFrontiers http://www.outdoorfrontiers.com G & S Guide Service and Custom Rods http://www.herefishyfishy.com |
winterizing bass boats
Well, since you are not going to Florida for the winter I have a few
suggestions too. I have heard that it is a good idea to loosen all of the drags on your reels for the winter. I do this. My local marine dealer suggests leaving very little fuel in the tank, winterized of course with an addititive, then adding fresh fuel in the spring. I wonder about condensation, but they say it should not be a problem. I don't agree. Also, when you charge your batteries make sure they are filled with water and don't overcharge them.Check them once per month during the winter. We start fishing in March, so winter is not too long here, just 3-4 months. Rick "Steve @ OutdoorFrontiers" wrote in message ... "big fish 2003" wrote in message ... what all do you guys do to winterize your bass boats? I'm in michigan. I don't really winterize my boat, preferring to keep it ready for fishing on the rivers or a quick trip south. But, every fall, I do the following. Change the lower unit lube. Shoot some fresh grease into the Bearing Buddies on the trailer, re-pack the wheel bearings if that hasn't been done in a while. Clean the boat up, vacuum the carpet, wipe down the hull Slightly prop open the compartments to allow air circulation Empty out all the "stuff" that's accumulated. Make certain that all four batteries are fully charged. Additional things that could/should be done, that I don't. Fog the engine. Add enough fuel to fill the tank and add Stabil (or any other fuel preservative) to the gas tanks Bring in all tackle, change line, clean/lube reels, clean the handles on the rods, check eyes/thread wraps for damage, replace rusted hooks on lures, re-organize the lures (getting rid of those that didn't produce) -- Steve @ OutdoorFrontiers http://www.outdoorfrontiers.com G & S Guide Service and Custom Rods http://www.herefishyfishy.com |
winterizing bass boats
I'm with Steve on all points except one - I always add fuel stabilizer to my
fuel before my last trip out. Todays fuels break down quickly & sitting for a good 3 months or more in these Northern climates, as much as it pains us, can make for an expensive job when the weather breaks without adding a few bucks worth of Stabil. -- Warren http://www.warrenwolk.com Http://www.tri-statebassmasters.com 2004 NJ B.A.S.S. Federation State Champions "Steve @ OutdoorFrontiers" wrote in message ... "big fish 2003" wrote in message ... what all do you guys do to winterize your bass boats? I'm in michigan. I don't really winterize my boat, preferring to keep it ready for fishing on the rivers or a quick trip south. But, every fall, I do the following. Change the lower unit lube. Shoot some fresh grease into the Bearing Buddies on the trailer, re-pack the wheel bearings if that hasn't been done in a while. Clean the boat up, vacuum the carpet, wipe down the hull Slightly prop open the compartments to allow air circulation Empty out all the "stuff" that's accumulated. Make certain that all four batteries are fully charged. Additional things that could/should be done, that I don't. Fog the engine. Add enough fuel to fill the tank and add Stabil (or any other fuel preservative) to the gas tanks Bring in all tackle, change line, clean/lube reels, clean the handles on the rods, check eyes/thread wraps for damage, replace rusted hooks on lures, re-organize the lures (getting rid of those that didn't produce) -- Steve @ OutdoorFrontiers http://www.outdoorfrontiers.com G & S Guide Service and Custom Rods http://www.herefishyfishy.com |
winterizing bass boats
I'm with Steve on all points except one - I always add fuel stabilizer to my
fuel before my last trip out. Todays fuels break down quickly & sitting for a good 3 months or more in these Northern climates, as much as it pains us, can make for an expensive job when the weather breaks without adding a few bucks worth of Stabil. -- Warren http://www.warrenwolk.com Http://www.tri-statebassmasters.com 2004 NJ B.A.S.S. Federation State Champions "Steve @ OutdoorFrontiers" wrote in message ... "big fish 2003" wrote in message ... what all do you guys do to winterize your bass boats? I'm in michigan. I don't really winterize my boat, preferring to keep it ready for fishing on the rivers or a quick trip south. But, every fall, I do the following. Change the lower unit lube. Shoot some fresh grease into the Bearing Buddies on the trailer, re-pack the wheel bearings if that hasn't been done in a while. Clean the boat up, vacuum the carpet, wipe down the hull Slightly prop open the compartments to allow air circulation Empty out all the "stuff" that's accumulated. Make certain that all four batteries are fully charged. Additional things that could/should be done, that I don't. Fog the engine. Add enough fuel to fill the tank and add Stabil (or any other fuel preservative) to the gas tanks Bring in all tackle, change line, clean/lube reels, clean the handles on the rods, check eyes/thread wraps for damage, replace rusted hooks on lures, re-organize the lures (getting rid of those that didn't produce) -- Steve @ OutdoorFrontiers http://www.outdoorfrontiers.com G & S Guide Service and Custom Rods http://www.herefishyfishy.com |
winterizing bass boats
"Steve @ OutdoorFrontiers" wrote in
message ... Fog the engine. Add enough fuel to fill the tank and add Stabil (or any other fuel preservative) to the gas tanks In the days of my 150hp Johnson... I agree with this 100%. As Steve, I never did the "gasoline" thing during the boats down time. I paid the price each spring with needing to have all 3 carbs rebuilt. The jets and the like always clogged up. I corrected this problem by fishing all "winter" here in Florida and getting a smaller boat with an 8hp engine :) To add an item, you may want to consider giving some of the metal items a light shot of an marine oil based protectant. |
winterizing bass boats
"Steve @ OutdoorFrontiers" wrote in
message ... Fog the engine. Add enough fuel to fill the tank and add Stabil (or any other fuel preservative) to the gas tanks In the days of my 150hp Johnson... I agree with this 100%. As Steve, I never did the "gasoline" thing during the boats down time. I paid the price each spring with needing to have all 3 carbs rebuilt. The jets and the like always clogged up. I corrected this problem by fishing all "winter" here in Florida and getting a smaller boat with an 8hp engine :) To add an item, you may want to consider giving some of the metal items a light shot of an marine oil based protectant. |
winterizing bass boats
"Steve @ OutdoorFrontiers" wrote in
message ... Fog the engine. Add enough fuel to fill the tank and add Stabil (or any other fuel preservative) to the gas tanks In the days of my 150hp Johnson... I agree with this 100%. As Steve, I never did the "gasoline" thing during the boats down time. I paid the price each spring with needing to have all 3 carbs rebuilt. The jets and the like always clogged up. I corrected this problem by fishing all "winter" here in Florida and getting a smaller boat with an 8hp engine :) To add an item, you may want to consider giving some of the metal items a light shot of an marine oil based protectant. |
winterizing bass boats
"Steve @ OutdoorFrontiers" wrote in message ... "big fish 2003" wrote in message ... what all do you guys do to winterize your bass boats? I'm in michigan. I don't really winterize my boat, preferring to keep it ready for fishing on the rivers or a quick trip south. But, every fall, I do the following. Change the lower unit lube. Shoot some fresh grease into the Bearing Buddies on the trailer, re-pack the wheel bearings if that hasn't been done in a while. Clean the boat up, vacuum the carpet, wipe down the hull Slightly prop open the compartments to allow air circulation Empty out all the "stuff" that's accumulated. Make certain that all four batteries are fully charged. Additional things that could/should be done, that I don't. Fog the engine. Add enough fuel to fill the tank and add Stabil (or any other fuel preservative) to the gas tanks Bring in all tackle, change line, clean/lube reels, clean the handles on the rods, check eyes/thread wraps for damage, replace rusted hooks on lures, re-organize the lures (getting rid of those that didn't produce) -- Steve @ OutdoorFrontiers http://www.outdoorfrontiers.com G & S Guide Service and Custom Rods http://www.herefishyfishy.com I'm with you all the way on what you do Steve, except that I do fog the engine (and by doing so, the carbs) and I do add Sta-Bil to the fuel system. Also, once charged up, I unhook my batteries from the boat's power wires (but leave my on-board smart charger connected) and plug in my charger at least once every month I don't get out on the water, for a day or so, to make sure the batts stay up and don't dip too far into the dead zone. I've also taken to putting my boat up on jack stands if it is to be idle for any length of time, to keep the tires from "flat spotting" so badly. As for tackle removal and cleaning, I do that after every trip. I don't get to go out enough, so I have plenty of time for cleanup after each day on the water. ;-) |
winterizing bass boats
"SimRacer" wrote in message SNIP As for tackle removal and cleaning, I do that after every trip. I don't get to go out enough, so I have plenty of time for cleanup after each day on the water. ;-) I actually went out and counted the rod/reel combinations that I have in the boat. I have 25 rods and reels currently in the boat! There's not enough time to keep up with all of those, so I have to empty the boat and bring it all in. The downside to that is now my wife really knows how much stuff I have. Luckily, she doesn't give me a hard time about that. -- Steve @ OutdoorFrontiers http://www.outdoorfrontiers.com G & S Guide Service and Custom Rods http://www.herefishyfishy.com |
winterizing bass boats
"SimRacer" wrote in message SNIP As for tackle removal and cleaning, I do that after every trip. I don't get to go out enough, so I have plenty of time for cleanup after each day on the water. ;-) I actually went out and counted the rod/reel combinations that I have in the boat. I have 25 rods and reels currently in the boat! There's not enough time to keep up with all of those, so I have to empty the boat and bring it all in. The downside to that is now my wife really knows how much stuff I have. Luckily, she doesn't give me a hard time about that. -- Steve @ OutdoorFrontiers http://www.outdoorfrontiers.com G & S Guide Service and Custom Rods http://www.herefishyfishy.com |
winterizing bass boats
If you're like me and allot of other guys here, I'm sure, I sure hope,when I
die, she doesn't sell the stuff for what I said I paid for it!!! -- Steve C. "Steve @ OutdoorFrontiers" wrote in message ... The downside to that is now my wife really knows how much stuff I have. Luckily, she doesn't give me a hard time about that. -- Steve @ OutdoorFrontiers http://www.outdoorfrontiers.com G & S Guide Service and Custom Rods http://www.herefishyfishy.com |
winterizing bass boats
If you're like me and allot of other guys here, I'm sure, I sure hope,when I
die, she doesn't sell the stuff for what I said I paid for it!!! -- Steve C. "Steve @ OutdoorFrontiers" wrote in message ... The downside to that is now my wife really knows how much stuff I have. Luckily, she doesn't give me a hard time about that. -- Steve @ OutdoorFrontiers http://www.outdoorfrontiers.com G & S Guide Service and Custom Rods http://www.herefishyfishy.com |
winterizing bass boats
Hi Bucky , I'm from Mich. too (Plymouth) Where are you at? I've got a
guy up by my cottage that shrink wraps my boat, winterizes it, and stores it for the winter for $200.00 And when I go to pick it up in the Spring he has it ready for me to get in & fish . Talk about no hassle !! |
winterizing bass boats
Lol Steve, if your wife's like mine she'll be reading that in your outbox...
-- Warren http://www.warrenwolk.com Http://www.tri-statebassmasters.com 2004 NJ B.A.S.S. Federation State Champions "Steve & Chris Clark" wrote in message ... If you're like me and allot of other guys here, I'm sure, I sure hope,when I die, she doesn't sell the stuff for what I said I paid for it!!! -- Steve C. "Steve @ OutdoorFrontiers" wrote in message ... The downside to that is now my wife really knows how much stuff I have. Luckily, she doesn't give me a hard time about that. -- Steve @ OutdoorFrontiers http://www.outdoorfrontiers.com G & S Guide Service and Custom Rods http://www.herefishyfishy.com |
winterizing bass boats
.......maybe that'll be a good thing......for her and if I'm lucky I won't
hear about it, hard swallow g give me the blindfold and a last cigarette ;-) -- Steve "go-bassn" wrote in message ... Lol Steve, if your wife's like mine she'll be reading that in your outbox... -- Warren http://www.warrenwolk.com Http://www.tri-statebassmasters.com 2004 NJ B.A.S.S. Federation State Champions |
winterizing bass boats
.......maybe that'll be a good thing......for her and if I'm lucky I won't
hear about it, hard swallow g give me the blindfold and a last cigarette ;-) -- Steve "go-bassn" wrote in message ... Lol Steve, if your wife's like mine she'll be reading that in your outbox... -- Warren http://www.warrenwolk.com Http://www.tri-statebassmasters.com 2004 NJ B.A.S.S. Federation State Champions |
winterizing bass boats
"go-bassn" wrote in message ... Lol Steve, if your wife's like mine she'll be reading that in your outbox... Nah, she's got her own computer and doesn't touch mine. Besides, I'm fortunate that she's really cool with me fishing. As long as the money for it doesn't come from the household budget. -- Steve @ OutdoorFrontiers http://www.outdoorfrontiers.com G & S Guide Service and Custom Rods http://www.herefishyfishy.com |
winterizing bass boats
"go-bassn" wrote in message ... Lol Steve, if your wife's like mine she'll be reading that in your outbox... Nah, she's got her own computer and doesn't touch mine. Besides, I'm fortunate that she's really cool with me fishing. As long as the money for it doesn't come from the household budget. -- Steve @ OutdoorFrontiers http://www.outdoorfrontiers.com G & S Guide Service and Custom Rods http://www.herefishyfishy.com |
winterizing bass boats
"Dale Coleman" wrote in message
news:1100694460.p5X0FmlENhR22jIX5yVGcA@teranews... On Mon, 15 Nov 2004 07:42:45 -0600, "Steve @ OutdoorFrontiers" wrote: "big fish 2003" wrote in message ... what all do you guys do to winterize your bass boats? I'm in michigan. I don't really winterize my boat, preferring to keep it ready for fishing on the rivers or a quick trip south. But, every fall, I do the following. Change the lower unit lube. Shoot some fresh grease into the Bearing Buddies on the trailer, re-pack the wheel bearings if that hasn't been done in a while. Clean the boat up, vacuum the carpet, wipe down the hull Slightly prop open the compartments to allow air circulation Empty out all the "stuff" that's accumulated. Make certain that all four batteries are fully charged. Additional things that could/should be done, that I don't. Fog the engine. Hi all, we have been using a new technique on Mercruiser EFI engines that might be worth thinking about for outboards too. Instead of fogging the engine try using a small 2 1/2 gal outboard tank filled with gas and outboard oil mixed at 10 to 1. Also add fuel stabilizer to the mix. Run the engine for 5 min. with this brew and you are done. This will get the fuel pumps, injectors and top end of the engine ready for storage in one quick step. I like the sound of that. -- ** FREE Fishing Lures ** Weekly drawing ** Public Fishing and Boating Forums ** www.YumaBassMan.com Hope this helps, DC Add enough fuel to fill the tank and add Stabil (or any other fuel preservative) to the gas tanks Bring in all tackle, change line, clean/lube reels, clean the handles on the rods, check eyes/thread wraps for damage, replace rusted hooks on lures, re-organize the lures (getting rid of those that didn't produce) -- Dale Colemam |
winterizing bass boats
"Steve @ OutdoorFrontiers" wrote in message ... "SimRacer" wrote in message SNIP As for tackle removal and cleaning, I do that after every trip. I don't get to go out enough, so I have plenty of time for cleanup after each day on the water. ;-) I actually went out and counted the rod/reel combinations that I have in the boat. I have 25 rods and reels currently in the boat! There's not enough time to keep up with all of those, so I have to empty the boat and bring it all in. Wow! 25? My boat ain't even big enough to carry that much stuff...my normal rod count is 8, two way-too-big tackle bags and a spinnerbait box...and I thought I had a lot of stuff. lol The downside to that is now my wife really knows how much stuff I have. Luckily, she doesn't give me a hard time about that. Same here. The wife knows that fishing is my therapy, so she doesn't mind too much the time or money I put into it. She goes out with me about half the time anyway, she's a pleasant gal for an outdoorsman to be married to, I admit. |
winterizing bass boats
How would you deal with a 4-stroke (115-Honda) ? You wouldn't "fog" a
4-stroke, would you ? snip Fog the engine. Hi all, we have been using a new technique on Mercruiser EFI engines that might be worth thinking about for outboards too. Instead of fogging the engine try using a small 2 1/2 gal outboard tank filled with gas and outboard oil mixed at 10 to 1. Also add fuel stabilizer to the mix. Run the engine for 5 min. with this brew and you are done. This will get the fuel pumps, injectors and top end of the engine ready for storage in one quick step. I like the sound of that. |
winterizing bass boats
How would you deal with a 4-stroke (115-Honda) ? You wouldn't "fog" a
4-stroke, would you ? snip Fog the engine. Hi all, we have been using a new technique on Mercruiser EFI engines that might be worth thinking about for outboards too. Instead of fogging the engine try using a small 2 1/2 gal outboard tank filled with gas and outboard oil mixed at 10 to 1. Also add fuel stabilizer to the mix. Run the engine for 5 min. with this brew and you are done. This will get the fuel pumps, injectors and top end of the engine ready for storage in one quick step. I like the sound of that. |
winterizing bass boats
On Wed, 17 Nov 2004 23:10:31 -0500, "Shawn"
wrote: How would you deal with a 4-stroke (115-Honda) ? You wouldn't "fog" a 4-stroke, would you ? Hi all, I would think it is even more importaint to try and prepare the top end of a 4-stroke for storage then a 2-stroke. 4-stroke engines have very litle if any oil left on the cylinder walls after the oil control rings wipe it off and can rust very easy. I would never store a 4-stroke for a long time without doing something. The sweat deal below is it is very easy to do. If you want to try it on a carb 4-stroke it might be best to disconect the small gas tank after the 5 min run and let the engine run out of gas. Hope this helps, Dale snip Fog the engine. Hi all, we have been using a new technique on Mercruiser EFI engines that might be worth thinking about for outboards too. Instead of fogging the engine try using a small 2 1/2 gal outboard tank filled with gas and outboard oil mixed at 10 to 1. Also add fuel stabilizer to the mix. Run the engine for 5 min. with this brew and you are done. This will get the fuel pumps, injectors and top end of the engine ready for storage in one quick step. I like the sound of that. -- Dale Colemam |
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