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This article provides guidance on winterizing inboard boat engines to protect them during the winter months. The author emphasizes the importance of protecting the cooling system from freezing and corrosion. They recommend changing the oil and filters, flushing the raw water system with antifreeze, and checking the impeller and seals in the water pump. The article also covers other aspects of winterizing, such as maintaining the fuel system, lubricating parts, and properly storing batteries. The author, Stu Davies, is an experienced sailor and former oil field maintenance engineer. [Extracted from the article] |