Winterizing – below deck
October 7, 2009
Remove gear and other items, including cushions, linens, navigation gear and electronics. This will allow you to clean the interior properly. Empty the refrigerator, freezer
Remove gear and other items, including cushions, linens, navigation gear and electronics. This will allow you to clean the interior properly. Empty the refrigerator, freezer
Soundings Boat Shop The complete guide to winterizing For boaters who live in colder climates but aren’t making the trip down the ICW to a
The most common winterization mistake is that DIYers don’t treat the fuel system properly, says Soundings technical advisor Erik Klockars. You can treat your fuel
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