Winterproof moored boat

[step one]

My boat is moored on the river and I will want to run it occasionally through the winter but we get way below freezing. Is this possible with a Merc 888?

 

[Bondo]

Re: Winterproof moored boat

Ayuh,... Sure,... Just Drain the water out of the motor each time it's used...

 

[EddiePetty]

Re: Winterproof moored boat

Ayuh,... Sure,... Just Drain the water out of the motor each time it's used...

...and not to forget power steering coolers, heat exchangers, live wells and PortaPotties !!!

......Ed in 'ol Virginny

 

[cr2k]

Re: Winterproof moored boat

Is your boat docked anywhere near electricity? If so get a block heater for it and keep it plugged in.

 

[Knightgang]

Re: Winterproof moored boat

All good options. Sounds like you are on a mooring bouy though, not at a Dock. I would drain the water out after each use. Watch the weather and if you go away where you cannot get to it in case of a sudden weather change (temo drop), I would pour some antifreeze in the block when away for extended periods...