Winterizing

[my86stanggt]

Other than put stabilizer in the fuel what else do I need to be doing to make sure I make it through the winter? I live in AR so the winter is fairly mild. We only get a few freezes in the season.

Jeff

[chpthril]

Re: Winterizing

Originally posted by my86stanggt
Other than put stabilizer in the fuel what else do I need to be doing to make sure I make it through the winter? I live in AR so the winter is fairly mild. We only get a few freezes in the season.

Jeff

This is what I usually do: wash/wax hull and clean/dry interior. Stabilizer in the tank and run for about min.

With engine now warm, I change oil and filter. I start the engine one more time to circulate the clean oil and check for leaks at the filter.

While the engine is running, I grab the fogging oil and hose down the throttle body/carb to coat the inside of the engine.

Now grab the grease gun and spray lube and lube up the steering, hinges, etc.

Clean/tighten battery cables, check water level (if not 'maintinance free') and top of the charge.

Trailer: check lug torque, tire pressure, and a shot of grease to the bearings. Check brake fluid. Lube coupler.

Hope this helps.