Is this motor winterized safely?
12-18-2004, 08:34 AM
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Re: Is this motor winterized safely?
Originally Posted by boostbros
fuel injected engines tend to have a very dry manifold so the fogging oil tends to stick to it and over the winter collect in the back cylinders causing a hydro locked cylinder=bent rod or if ur lucky a broken starter
He talked to a Merc Racing tech who said it was just fine to fog the FI motors that way as opposed to the oil in the fuel method.
One more question. If the fogging oil mucks up the plugs.....would it be better to change the plugs after firing up the engines in spring??
12-18-2004, 09:27 PM
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Re: Is this motor winterized safely?
Thats what i do Mac after i start it in spring i change the plugs. Some times the fogging oil
does not burn off !!! and fouls the plug
does not burn off !!! and fouls the plug
12-19-2004, 10:01 PM
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Re: Is this motor winterized safely?
Originally Posted by Sydwayz
I usually start with 5 gallons of AF per motor, and stick my hand in front of the exhaust and make sure I can taste antifreeze coming out of the exhaust. Just a touch from your finger on your tongue won't hurt you. (Maybe that's what is wrong with me though). You can usually see the pink color to it as your exhaust sprays it out as well.
Check this thread for Flush Kit parts:
http://www.offshoreonly.com/forums/s...ad.php?t=92420
Check this thread for Flush Kit parts:
http://www.offshoreonly.com/forums/s...ad.php?t=92420
Damn your right it taste great I just drank a couple cups.
Boy this automotive stuff is sweet. just kidding
