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Winterizing Checklist?
Hi to All,
I'm a new member. I have a '92 Mariah Diablo 182 with the 4.3L Merc and Alpha 1 O/D. As I live above the 'frostline' I was hoping someone might have a "Winterizing Checklist' going over step-by-step as to what I want to do in order to protect my new baby over the snowier months. Looking forward to hearing from you... abe :) |
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Hi SummerFun,
As many of our members live where it gets down to freezing, we've discussed this many times in the past, but it's always good to take a refresher! Click here and here and read these two threads, they should have all the information and links to articles you need to safely prep your Mariah for the up-coming hibernation. Good luck, WetWilly |
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Thanks "Dubbleya"...
Much appreciated. I'm guessing that 'Winterizing' a motor isn't 'engine specific' then? Basically all boat motors are winterized the same? Thanks again... abe |
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Hi Abe, that's right, the procedure is pretty much the same for most setups. Another thing to remember, which I believe is mentioned but if not, add a gas stabilizer to the fuel tank if there is any gas in there ( I use STA-BIL gas treatment) and run the motor long enough to get the treated gas up to the carb or injectors. WetWilly |
1992 Mariah Diablo 4.3L Mercruiser Alpha 1
Hey once again...just about to winterize my baby ('92 Diablo with 4.3L Merc/Alpha1)
Since I was promised the manual(s) when I purchase this boat last June...disappointingly that hasn't happened. Wondering... 1. What size/part no. oil filter is on this engine? I'm guessing a Fram PH30?? 2. What is the oil capacity of this motor? 5Qt (4.75L)? 3. If draining the block of water...is it really necessary to 'backfill' with anti-freeze?? Thanks in advance liquidlovers! |
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I thought I could remember everything and finished winterizing on Saturday. Put the boat in the polebarn and Saturday night remembered that I hadn't fogged the engine. Out it came Sunday to do that and now a checklist will be used because my memory certainly isn't getting any better!
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Hi Tom, you're certainly not alone there! :yes_grin: I'm at the stage where I practically need a check list just to function everyday, wouldn't want to forget to go to the bathroom and end up with an accident if you know what I mean..... :eek_animated: WetWilly |
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Thank you for the articles. I'm putting mine away this weekend. :( How cold is too cold to have the boat in the water? We literally went from 70s to 30s in a couple of days here, and I am a little worried. Should I be??
Thanks, C:eek_animated: |
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Usually you can get by with 28° - 30° if it's only for a few hours overnight. Much longer or colder and you'll want to at least drain the block. I think it would take a severe freeze in the mid-lower 20's for a whole night before it could actually crack a block though. Better to be safe than sorry. If I see a forecast of 30° or less, I'm out there draining. I've been out late in the season, but I've never seen ice in the water. I hope you're not asking about using the boat as an ice breaker!!:eek_animated: |
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Hi Ryan,
Thanks for the advice :rolling_laugh: The boat's summer home is on the mighty Mississippi, so no ice breaking needed!! ;) I have just never had a boat in the water with temps like this. I'm not too happy we went from Summer right to Winter!! Anyway, she'll be dry this weekend. Thanks again! |
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I made an oil drain apparatus for the boat that worked pretty well. I bought a flexible rubber pan that holds one gallon, drilled a hole in the bottom edge of the side. Put a hose in the hole and ran it out the back through the drain hole into a gallon jug. Only lost about 2 ounces of oil when my caulking job around the tube wasn't done as well as I thought. I have pix if anyone is interested. My wife will help me post them as I struggle with that!!I used one of the pumping cans in the past with my sailboat and never liked it as you could never get all the oil out.
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Hi Tom, we're always open to new ideas and yes, we would like very much to see your setup :wink_thumbup:.
Probably the easiest way to put the pictures on the site is to attach them to a post. If you need a little assistance with doing that, click here for a little tutorial. Take care, WetWilly |
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Hello,
I just bought a 1992 Mariah Diablo with 3.0 l Mercruiser. Where could I find an owners manual for this boat? Thanks |
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