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Old 11-26-2014 | 04:34 PM
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Hello: Happy Thanksgiving to all, Should i drain the water out of my twin 502's or just leave it in ? Fresh water boat, Boat is in a heated garage. What's best leaving it set wet or dry ? Thank you John
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Old 11-26-2014 | 04:40 PM
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Hello: Happy Thanksgiving to all, Should i drain the water out of my twin 502's or just leave it in ? Fresh water boat, Boat is in a heated garage. What's best leaving it set wet or dry ? Thank you John
what happens if you lose power/heat? I'd winterize regardless.
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Old 11-26-2014 | 04:48 PM
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Nice answer, Sometimes it's the simple things that get over looked, Thank you
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Old 11-26-2014 | 04:48 PM
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drain and especially for your exhaust system and especially your exhaust manifolds / risers. I always leave that portion dry (no fluids / anti freeze / water ) as if a riser gasket loses its seal or an internal crack somewhere in the exhaust manifold and or riser takes place - guess what while sitting - it is best to leave them totally dry for lay up or extended periods.

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If there's any chance in hell that the storage facility in your area could see mid 20 degree temps in the event of a power outage then winterize it.
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Old 11-26-2014 | 04:49 PM
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drain and winterize properly. Corrosion protection is half of the protection your after.
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Old 11-26-2014 | 07:16 PM
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Drain it... And do the Port side of each block where there is no drain. Pull the hose from the water pressure barb and let it drain too. Had a Cig last year where both motors pushed out the port side freeze plugs.
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