My Most Un-Favorite Time Of The Year (Winterization)

[Highmaster2]

Because it signals the end of the season for me.....

But, even though I normally follow the manual about adding the antifreeze, I decided to try something different and wanted to get other perspectives on it. This applies to a 2001 carb version GTX.

I put 3 gallons of RV antifreeze in a clean 5 gallon bucket. To the hose connector on the Doo I attached the output hose of a small 12VDC transfer pump. I dropped the pump's pickup hose in the 5 gallon bucket. I started the Doo and immediately turned on the transfer pump. In about 20 seconds, I had antifreeze running from all holes. I stopped the pump and then stopped the engine. Raised it nose up so it would drain as much as possible.

Is there a downside to this method, or is it OK to assume that, at least from the antifreeze standpoint, the engine and exhaust system are protected from freezing?

Thanks for any thoughts and comments and hope everyone has a safe and enjoyable Thanksgiving.

 

[SabrToothSqrl]

I run 1 gallon through each of my skis just like this... but my pump is 120v AC

1 gallon seems plenty.

 

[etemplet]

Are you guys premixing the anti-freeze ?? I doesn't get too cold down south. I'm thinking a light bulb in the engine compartment would do me just fine but I do like the lubricating anti-corrosion properties of the anti-freeze.

 

[jhjesse]

Same for me and my 5 skis. I get the RV antifreeze, capture it and reuse until all skis are complete. I even use this method on my 4 tech ski instead of compressed air as the manual states. It is so easy and fast. I can’t think of a negative using this method.