{"id":7311,"date":"2017-09-08T18:44:53","date_gmt":"2017-09-08T18:44:53","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/smartplug.com\/?p=7311"},"modified":"2023-02-16T06:11:19","modified_gmt":"2023-02-16T06:11:19","slug":"tips-winterizing-boat","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/smartplug.com\/oldsite\/tips-winterizing-boat\/","title":{"rendered":"Tips to Winterizing Your Boat"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"7311\" class=\"elementor elementor-7311\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-section-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-43f7c5f6 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"43f7c5f6\" data-element_type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-row\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-55d61a37\" data-id=\"55d61a37\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-423dcb83 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"423dcb83\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-text-editor elementor-clearfix\">\n\t\t\t\tWith boating season coming to an end for most of the country, it\u2019s time to start thinking about winterizing and protecting your valuable recreational asset. It\u2019s no secret that winter weather can wreak havoc on a boat that\u2019s not prepared for hibernation. The time and effort you put in now will have a definite effect on your boat\u2019s performance and save you time and money come next season. Here are SmartPlug\u2019s tips on winterizing your boat:\n\n<strong>1. Engine Care <\/strong>\n\nBefore you stow your boat away for the winter, your engine(s) definitely need some TLC. For inboard engines: an oil change is key, as is flushing the engine with non-toxic antifreeze. For outboard engines: treat your fuel tank with fuel stabilizer, flush the engine with fresh water, and lightly lubricate the exterior.\n\n<strong>2. Fresh Water System <\/strong>\n\nProperly draining your fresh water system is a must before winter storage. A frozen water pipe can do major damage to your boat. Be sure to completely drain the fresh water tank and water heater and pump a non-toxic antifreeze into the system.\n\n<strong>3. Exterior <\/strong>\n\nYour boat should receive a thorough exterior cleaning before storing for the winter. Pressure wash the hull and ensure barnacles are removed from props, shafts, rudders, struts, and trim tabs. Now would be a great time to wax the exterior, too.\n\n<strong>4. Interior <\/strong>\n\nOnce you take care of your exterior, make sure you remove all valuables, electronics, flares, fenders, etc. from your boat. Take time to open all drawers and cabinets to clean them out thoroughly. Don\u2019t forget to clean out your refrigerator and freezer, too. You may also want to invest in a dehumidifier to keep your boat dry and mildew-free.\n\n<strong>5. Electrical System <\/strong>\n\nLastly, before you store your boat for the off-season, be sure to check your electrical connector and power cord. Ensure there are no signs of burning, discoloring, or other damage. Now would be the best time to replace any questionable components. <a href=\"https:\/\/smartplug.com\/product-category\/marine\/\">View our full marine product line<\/a> for a hassle-free upgrade, and you\u2019ll be ready to hit the water come springtime.\n\nAt SmartPlug, we know that a person\u2019s boat is often their prized possession. If you live in a region where there is an off season for boating, we hope you take the time to winterize your boat. This will save you time, money, and effort, and ensure your boat is more than ready to get back on the water come next season!\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>With boating season coming to an end for most of the country, it\u2019s time to start thinking about winterizing and protecting your valuable recreational asset. It\u2019s no secret that winter weather can wreak havoc on a boat that\u2019s not prepared for hibernation. 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