Change engine oil, drive oil, oil fi lter, and fuel fi lter,
along with any other fl uids recommended by your engine
manufacturer’s owner’s manual.
Perform additional engine seasonal/yearly maintenance as
required.
Spray all exterior parts with a rust preventative.
Sterndrive_____________________________________
Remove propellers as directed in the care and maintenance
chapter and store in a dry location. Refurbish as needed.
Remove drive to inspect bellows for water. Inspect engine
coupler and gimbal bearing for signs of wear. Replace
components as required, then reinstall the stern drive.
Touch up paint on stern drive upper and lower gear
housings as required.
Apply a coat of wax to stern drive.
Perform additional stern drive seasonal/yearly maintenance
as required.
Boat_________________________________________
Check hull bottom for any fi berglass damage. Repair as
needed.
Pour a pint of 50/50 antifreeze into bilge pump and
circulate.
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Storage & Winterization
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