mattyk Posted June 20, 2008 Report Share Posted June 20, 2008 I have a small 15hp merc 4 stroke engine. I winterized it last year by my self. Now I will be summerizing it. Can anybody reccomend what needs to be done? Or do you know of any good websites that outline the process. I am trying to save some cash by doing it myself this year. THanks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fisherman Posted June 20, 2008 Report Share Posted June 20, 2008 (edited) Well seeing as how it's a Merc, go and get 100 feet of 1/4 inch rope, you have this years anchor Seriously, put gas in tank, crank and get it going, check the cooling outflow point, chek plugs for cleanliness. Maybe install a new fuel filter, thats about it. Edited June 20, 2008 by Fisherman Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
edmichit Posted June 20, 2008 Report Share Posted June 20, 2008 Was it Fogged for storage, do you fogg a 4stroke? if so, I usually put an old set of clean plugs for the first running, and then replace them with new plugs or good set from previous year. Sometimes the burning off of the fogging oil can fowl a plug on ya. don't forget to replace the lower unit gear oil as well. Even if you put new oil in to winterize it. I find a new fill up or at a mininum a top up is required for peace of mind. Grease the prop shaft as well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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