Our Boat Engine Winterizing Kit & DIY Flush Cap We Use ✅

Here's a quick look at the engine winterizing kit and DIY strainer flush cap we put together for winterizing our boat's engine, A/C and generator each year. We show our step-by-step engine winterizing in another video (link below) and got some questions about our flush cap jig - so we thought a quick overview of the engine winterizing equipment we use would be helpful!
Check out these full videos on winterizing your boat...
Engines, A/C & Gen Winterization:
• Boat Winterizing - Hot...
Steps to Winterize:
• How to Winterize a Boa...
Freshwater Systems Winterization:
• Boat Winterizing Fresh...
PARTS:
Flush Cap - Only for Groco Strainers:
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Winterizer Flow System:
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[@user-oh6qp7ln1r]

This is Awesome Captain Brian. You've explained it very well and now I fully understand how to make it and use. I can wait to try it. Thannk you very much. Regards, Orlton.

[@MyBoatLife]

Cool - we thought a breakdown with the equipment we use might be good - glad it helped you out Orlton!

[@airman6822]

Nice. My Sea Ray is a little smaller, so I use my suction cups on the outdrive with a similar setup for the same result. For years, I have been draining out as much as I could from the block after but seeing this similar procedure on your channel and another recently, it doesn't look necessary.

[@MyBoatLife]

Thanks! Yes this is for our inboards but you’re right, similar idea… as long as you are flushing through pink until you see it coming out then you’re good. 👍

[@user-tt7xo1hx3k]

I enjoy your videos. They do provide me with great ideas.
Regarding your strainer cap..., I have a similar concept, except I purchased a replacement cover for my Groco strainers.., the same part. I then drilled a hole and mounted a hose fitting in the middle. I then simply switch out the cover for the modified cover and connect antifreeze through that. Since it is an exact replacement I have not leak issues. I also use -100 degree antifreeze since we boat on Lake Michigan.
For our fresh water system I use an air compressor. I don't like the using chemicals in our water system. So I connect an air compressor to or city water hook up. I keep the PSI low around 30 or less and run air through all lines.., checking each area multiple times to make sure it is all blown out.
I let the marina do our engines as they attach the inlet to the scuppers as they lift it out with the crane.

[@MyBoatLife]

Thanks so much for feedback & sharing what you do! It’s always good to pick up ideas from others. we’d love to use that Groco cap idea but have Perko strainers 😩. This system has evolved a bit for us over the years but has worked well for us. Never tried the air blow out, but hear you on chemicals in fresh water - we do a thorough clean & rinse in spring & use city water for most stuff but still don’t drink or cook with water.
Wow, hope you don’t reach anywhere too close to -100 this winter in Michigan.. but definitely better safe than sorry!! 🥶 👍

[@user-tt7xo1hx3k]

I am willing to pay a little more for the -100. For the AC, generator, and head, I typically only use 3 gallons. Temps can get quite cold (-40 actual).., but again some winters are somewhat mild. But you never know right? The forecasts are so accurate! So the peace of mind in using the -100 is assuring if nothing else. Our marina also uses -100 for all of the boats they prep
I do like how you approach issues and reach a solution .., good thought process. That must be your training. Keep up the good work and keep making good videos!

[@MyBoatLife]

@@user-tt7xo1hx3k I agree.. With temps where you are better safe than sorry! Appreciate the compliments- cap Brian is an IT engineer so he’s super methodical with troubleshooting solutions.. comes in handy with the boat!

[@MyBoatLife]

Here are the exact measurements of the flush cap we made: (Keep in mind we have 3126 CAT engines - your size may be different)
Big Jig for engines - 5 3/8" x 6 5/8" - holes center to center 5"
Small Jig for A/C & Gen - 3 3/4" x 5" - holes center to center 3 3/8"
Holes on both are 3/8" wide and we used standard 1/4" plywood

[@colehankins]

I dont have a boat

[@MyBoatLife]

sad! 🥲 seller’s remorse?