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ESOX6271

Posted 11/11/2010 6:04 PM (#466405 - in reply to #466370)
Subject: RE: Winterizing Merc Optimax

Shack Attack,

Thanks for the link. I agree it is easier and hassle free to take it to a Merc dealer. However, I like to fish through November and depending on how cold it gets the place were I would get it winterized may have problems with water access due to the freezing weather. I don't feel like driving the boat back six hours to winterize it and then bring it back up but I will if I have to.

I'm just looking for some input to determine if getting oil into the cylinders is a big deal or not with the Opti. I know it is better to oil cylinders to prevent rust build up and whatever but I have searched several articles on the Internet where people say their mechanics don't bother to do it.

I want to finish the fishing season and winterize myself if the Merc dealer I bring it to can't get it done due to weather and water access.