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Old 09-18-2023 | 10:19 AM
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Hi as per title, the boat will be stored in an unheated garage with the engine winterized. Does the bravo need anything done ? Thanks
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Old 09-18-2023 | 10:22 AM
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Change drive lube
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Old 09-18-2023 | 10:48 AM
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leave it in a neutral position
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Old 09-18-2023 | 12:54 PM
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Do not store it tilted up
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Old 09-18-2023 | 03:15 PM
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Originally Posted by PA.WOODCHUCK
Change drive lube
this. because if you don't, you don't know if there is water in there, and if you leave water in there over the winter... you're gonna have a bad time.
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Old 09-19-2023 | 06:58 AM
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Remove the prop. Gives you a chance to check the inside anode, grease the splines and save it from theft or damage.
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Old 09-19-2023 | 05:21 PM
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I always remove the prop, change the fluid and make sure when you winterize to let some antifreeze back flow down through the drive so that you have a nice clean water line. (I also do that every flush as well)

I would also recommend removing every other year or so otherwise corrosion builds up much faster than you expect.
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Old 09-20-2023 | 11:34 AM
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Make sure your drains are clear. I also pressure test drive for 15mins @15psi before refilling with gear oil.
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Originally Posted by Ryan00TJ


Make sure your drains are clear. I also pressure test drive for 15mins @15psi before refilling with gear oil.
what do you use to do that? I might give it a try this fall.
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