[Rhodes22-list] Winterizing

[The Rhodes 22 Email List]

Alex,
Home Depot sells a 20 X 30 Medium Duty tarp. In 16 winters in Minnesota
I've tarped the boat about half of those. But when I do, I remove the mast
crutch and lower the mast to the stern rail for a "roof ridge". I also take
off the spreaders. Of coarse crank the trailer tongue jack high enough so
water will drain out of the cockpit. I've never pulled the batteries or the
cushions. Remove all food and bevs. Maybe set some mouse traps. Hopefully
you ran the motor out of gas on your last retrieve but if not, that's a
must. Discard old gas. Maybe fog the motor — some do, some don't. Can't
hurt. Consider changing the oil in the lower unit. Doesn't have to be done
every year but probably every other. Never a bad idea since it's a simple
procedure.
—Slim

On Monday, October 5, 2015, The Rhodes 22 Email List <
rhodes22-list at rhodes22.org> wrote:

> Alex,
>
> If your commode is porcelain, use antifreeze to winterize it.  A 30' blue
> tarp will cover all.
>
> Regards,
>
> Rick
>
> On Mon, Oct 5, 2015 at 12:12 PM, The Rhodes 22 Email List <
> rhodes22-list at rhodes22.org <javascript:;>> wrote:
>
> >
> >
> > My first season was far too short, the marina empties on the 15th.
> >  (There is still the dingy and wetsuit if I find the perfect day).
> >
> > What is the procedure for winter storage?   I have Stan's mast  crane and
> > take down instructions.    I assume I can just pump the water tank until
> it
> > sucks air.    What do I need to do with the marine head?
> > I assume the batteries should be pulled and placed on wood,  and cushions
> > pulled inside.
> > What else?  Any tips?    What sized tarp covers the mast and boat on
> > trailer?
> > Alex Cole
> > Urbana Ohio
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