Tom-N-Jerrys Boat Center – How To Winterize A Boat Engine

Tom-N-Jerrys Boat Center sells many boats every year and one of the most common questions many new boats owners have is how to winterize the boat engine to protect it until the next season. If you are wondering how to keep your boat safe this winter, these tips can help.

Gas Stabilizer

Once you have filled up your gas tank or if you are planning on leaving any gas in the tank, you will need to add gas stabilizer to protect the gas during the winter. This will keep it from freezing and help it run better when you are ready to use it again.

Antifreeze

You don’t want your motor to freeze and crack during the winter, and you can protect it with antifreeze the same way you would protect your car. Just make sure there is antifreeze in the proper reservoir before you store your boat for winter.

Change The Oil

Many people take the time to change their oil while they are winterizing the boat motor. This not only protects the engine; it leaves the boat ready to use when warmer weather comes along. If you are not planning to change the oil, at least check it and make sure the oil tank is full for the winter.

If you are going to buy a boat and want to keep it safe and protected during cold weather, you will need to winterize it. You can follow the above tips or talk to someone at Tom-N-Jerrys Boat Center for more advice.

 

Tom-N-Jerrys Boat Center – Simple Maintenance For Boat Trailers

When you buy a boat from Tom-N-Jerrys Boat Center, you will need to have a trailer to pull it. In most cases, people choose to buy the two together. Once you have your boat and trailer you will need to maintain it. Here are some simple maintenance tips to help you keep your trailer on the road.

Tires

You will need to keep the tires on your trailer in good shape. You should check the tire pressure and tread often and fill them with air whenever necessary. You should also check the lug nuts to make sure they are secure and grease the wheel bearings when necessary.

Hitch

You should always check your hitch to make sure it is secure and handling the wear and tear of regular usage. Make sure the bolts are holding up and the hitch is not showing any cracks or signs of distress.

Cleaning

You should clean your trailer often to remove the chemicals, salt and other substances that could get on it and cause it to degrade. You should wash it at least every month to keep it looking good. Remember to rinse it well as well.

Buying a boat and trailer from Tom-N-Jerrys Boat Center is a wise choice. If you want to keep them both in good condition and want to be able to transport your boat, you need to apply proper maintenance to your boat trailer. The above tips can help.