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  • @garyteachout9819
    @garyteachout9819 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Hi Mike, I do have a suggestion for you on winterization. In my 5.7 GXi I never pull the drain plugs. You run the risk of losing them or stripping the threads.
    When I do my boat for the winter, I attach a garden hose to the 5 gallon tank at the T.
    This part is critical. Turn the water on and start the engine. Let it run for about 5 minutes or when you see the temp gauge hit normal operating temperature. Usually in a marine engine, it’s about 160°.
    Once it reaches temp, the thermostat will open up and run water through the entire system.
    When it’s at the proper temperature open the valve on the antifreeze tank while shutting off the tap water. You will need a shutoff valve attached to the end of your hose.
    It’s critical that you allow the engine to achieve the proper temperature so the antifreeze can fully circulate to all points of the internal passages.
    If you don’t allow the engine to fully warm up, you risk potentially damaging the engine block with raw water still in the engine.
    I leave the antifreeze in all winter here in upstate NY. By keeping the passageways full of antifreeze and not air, you will mitigate any potential rust and scale.
    Just my two cents.
    Happy Boating !

  • @rapaent
    @rapaent 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Thanks for your video..... I have a 5.7 GXI and always ran antifreeze through the system with the same setup shown since 2006. I followup by removing my impeller housing and impeller from the housing for the winter. When I first did this back in 2006 I wanted to see if there was any water left in the lower manifold areas. I removed both plugs on each side and to my surprise there was still water. I ran all the antifreeze through at idle with a full jug (5 gallons). Obviously, the thermostat wasn't opened therefore, make sure you run the engine to full temperaure first, then go with the antifreeze if wanted. Removal of the impeller is recommended but, by doing so you loose the antifreeze. Thanks again for your video, good job. 😊👍

    • @MileHighCampers
      @MileHighCampers  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Great tips, Thank you for sharing!! I may try removing the impeller as you suggest when I put it up for the winter.

  • @jorgelisboa3924
    @jorgelisboa3924 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Great video.

  • @thomaswild9044
    @thomaswild9044 ปีที่แล้ว

    Excellent video, thanks

  • @kevinmccarey5015
    @kevinmccarey5015 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hello Mike,
    Great video on Volvo marine winterize. Thanks

  • @klr7793
    @klr7793 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Nice video. Very helpful. Your method and suggestions for an additional step for other situations. Nice

  • @LivingTheGoodLifeRving
    @LivingTheGoodLifeRving 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    We love both and wish we had one

    • @MileHighCampers
      @MileHighCampers  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hey guys, hope all is well, thanks for stopping by the channel!

  • @sideways8films488
    @sideways8films488 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks for posting!! Maybe see u on Grand Lake this year!

    • @MileHighCampers
      @MileHighCampers  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      With the boat at the Upholstery Shop after the raccoon invasion it may not be until the end of the summer that we make it Grand Lake! Your welcome & thanks for watching!!

  • @rubirub14
    @rubirub14 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks for the vid! Is it the same plugs to remove on a 4,3 GL?

    • @gavinmark6962
      @gavinmark6962 ปีที่แล้ว

      I'm wondering this as well

  • @jasoncoady7119
    @jasoncoady7119 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    ​ @Mile High Campers Did you do this video afterwards? I'm in Newfoundland, Canada and am currently winterizing my 2005 Larson Cabrio 274, Volvo Penta 5.7 GI-E. Your videos are a HUGE help!!! Thank you!!

    • @MileHighCampers
      @MileHighCampers  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks glad the videos have been helpful!

  • @brianreed3797
    @brianreed3797 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Appreciated video 1&2 but I can’t find #3. Also can you provide a like to a good set of muffs? I’m new to boating.

    • @MileHighCampers
      @MileHighCampers  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Sorry about video 3 When I went to video it I found that my drain plug is seized so I am going to have to take it in to get un-seized in the spring than I will be able to get the 3rd video uploaded. As far as muffs go I'm not sure if there are any that are better than another... but that's a good question, if I find out I will make a video on it. Thanks for watching!

  • @ColoradoMartini
    @ColoradoMartini 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I did tell you about the Colorado TH-camrs Facebook group right? I have talked to so many TH-camrs about it I can't keep it straight. LOL. Anyways come join us. We are planning a meet up. And you can post your videos there.

    • @MileHighCampers
      @MileHighCampers  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yes you did I joined the group a while back, I show up under my real name on Facebook. I haven't been on FB in a while I will jump on their and post my latest video! Thanks for organizing and managing the group!!

  • @cowlumbus
    @cowlumbus 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video on showing the drain points...but it's a bit misleading to those newbies that don't understand that using the muff system to get antifreeze into the system is not effective unless the thermostat is open. It's by passing half of the engine until then.

    • @MileHighCampers
      @MileHighCampers  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for the constructive feedback. I guess I was just trying to touch on the antifreeze process to show that it can be done. I personally do not fill mine with antifreeze, but I know a lot of people like to do it.

    • @johnleeuw3022
      @johnleeuw3022 ปีที่แล้ว

      The thermostat is irrelevant for this procedure. It is not possible to guarantee the thermostat is open when running antifreeze unless you plan on running hundreds of gallons of antifreeze through your motor. If you drain the block as is done in this video and then you connect the muffs, the motor fills with antifreeze first, regardless of the thermostat. The seawater pump feeds the engine water pump and fills the block first. When the block is full the excess antifreeze will fill the manifolds and eventually exit the exhaust path. Any notion of the thermostat being in play here is false, as long as you drain the block before you connect the antifreeze, regardless of the motor being hot or cold, you will be fine. If you attempt to skip draining the block and instead run the motor until up to temperature on a hose and then switch to antifreeze you run a significant risk of mixing the antifreeze with the water in the block, at which point you're rolling the dice. All of that being said, as long as everything is properly drained, it is not necessary to add the antifreeze.

    • @moccasinmarine
      @moccasinmarine 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@johnleeuw3022 I was about to say the same thing but you said it very well so no need to say it again.

  • @reedyoung7647
    @reedyoung7647 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    great videos, this is my first winter for my boat and I...Did you ever post the third video in the series?? I can't seem to find it.

    • @MileHighCampers
      @MileHighCampers  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you! Third video has not been completed, my drain plug is stuck in the out drive so this spring I plan on getting it removed and will video and upload hopefully by summer.

  • @dsatkins
    @dsatkins 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Why don't you hook up the hose to the hose nozzle in the engine compartment to run water then the anitifreeze?

    • @dsatkins
      @dsatkins 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      The blue caped nozzle BTW. Can't you run the boat on that?

  • @steveolson8385
    @steveolson8385 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    on the antifreeze - why would you not hook up the muffs first, run that for a while until you only see the pink antifreeze coming out, then disconnect all the hoses and stop there? I don't get the drain the water, reattach hoses, then repeat with the antifreeze approach.

    • @MileHighCampers
      @MileHighCampers  3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      From what I understand you want to make sure all of the water out.... the fear is that if a water/antifreeze mix is left in the motor it could still freeze, you only want the antifreeze in there if that is the route you go. You might end up going thru more antifreeze than you need to if you try to flush the water with it. Those are my thoughts on it but I'm sure there are many ways you could do it.

  • @letsgoBrandon2024
    @letsgoBrandon2024 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    What is the problem with just running antifreeze into the system without draining the water?

    • @MileHighCampers
      @MileHighCampers  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      From what I understand you want to make sure all of the water out.... the fear is that if a water/antifreeze mix is left in the motor it could still freeze, you only want the antifreeze in there if that is the route you go. You might end up going thru more antifreeze than you need to if you try to flush the water with it. Those are my thoughts on it but I'm sure there are many ways you could do.

  • @davidlowe2641
    @davidlowe2641 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video, thanks. I have what appears to be the identical 5.7 Gi in a 2004 Blue Water. I cannot find more than the back two drains; no central drains or knock sensors on either side in the middle. Is it possible I only have the two in back? Thanks!

    • @MileHighCampers
      @MileHighCampers  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I think 4 is pretty standard on these, I would check with your local Volvo Penta Dealer, they may be able to look up your VIN number and be able to tell you. Sorry for late reply been busy with work and have not been on youtube for a while.

    • @Koodie2
      @Koodie2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Some are just sealed off, ours is also. Removing the ones on the back was always good enough for us (along with the other stuff).

  • @JoeSmith-cy1fz
    @JoeSmith-cy1fz 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hi...if you just drain the motor like this video...
    Is there any worry about the out drive freezing up..
    Is it best to lower the out drive down stored for winter?
    Or do i have to put anti freeze in tge out drive?
    Thanks

    • @MileHighCampers
      @MileHighCampers  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      From what I understand its best to store the out drive down but I would check with your local Volvo Penta Dealer.

    • @rapaent
      @rapaent 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@MileHighCampers Keep it down..... for proper drain.

  • @megaabbe123
    @megaabbe123 ปีที่แล้ว

    Do you need a tool for reinstalling the drain plugs or is it enough to screw by hand?

    • @northwestlife_9
      @northwestlife_9 ปีที่แล้ว

      my manual says install to 22 lb feet.

  • @sideways8films488
    @sideways8films488 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Do you recommend fogging oil in the carb?

    • @MileHighCampers
      @MileHighCampers  3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Great question! I know people who say it doesn't matter and others that say to do it...I tend to lean on the fact that it is probably a good idea. I will look into that though...maybe I will make a video about it.

    • @rangerchris2696
      @rangerchris2696 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      2 stroke oil in the fuel/water seperator on injected engines, fogs itself! ~2oz

  • @dr.turkey1292
    @dr.turkey1292 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I have a quick question, I have a Volvo penta 5.7 GS and after every saltwater run I have to run fresh water to flush the engine. In my case the Volvo penta 5.7gs does not seem to have a hole where to put a a hose to run fresh water through it. There is no hole on the inside or outside.. any ideas?

    • @MileHighCampers
      @MileHighCampers  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks for the question, but in this case I'm not sure, sorry about that.

  • @northwestlife_9
    @northwestlife_9 ปีที่แล้ว

    Anyone know why the manifold plug looks so different than the block plug?

  • @PopDisplay1
    @PopDisplay1 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    why drain it if you're just gonna fill it with antifreeze?

    • @MileHighCampers
      @MileHighCampers  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      From what I have been told you want to make sure there is absolutely no water in the engine. I've heard people say that if you don't get all the water out and the antifreeze mixes with the water there is the possibility it can still freeze. But I'm not an expert so I'm sure there are a lot of opinions about this, so you should do what you think is best for you.

  • @forrestgump1000
    @forrestgump1000 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Why can’t you just drain water then add antifreeze to the blue water cap on left topside of engine?

    • @MileHighCampers
      @MileHighCampers  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Great question, I am going to research more about that and may do a video on it.

  • @lisahooper2158
    @lisahooper2158 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    How do you get the Volvo penta out of rpm “safe mode”?

    • @MileHighCampers
      @MileHighCampers  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Sorry that one I do not know.

    • @lisahooper2158
      @lisahooper2158 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Mile High Campers darn

    • @danhaws8533
      @danhaws8533 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      I know this is a little late reply. Did you figure out how to get it out? There is a switch you have to push.

  • @marksimmons7721
    @marksimmons7721 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Where is video 3????

    • @MileHighCampers
      @MileHighCampers  4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      great question... sadly winter hit so fast I did not get a chance to video the process. But it will be a video I will do soon, if I get a chance in the next 2-3 weeks to do it I will. Thanks for keeping me honest!

    • @JustinHedric
      @JustinHedric 26 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Did video 3 ever post?

  • @lisahooper2158
    @lisahooper2158 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Where is video 3?

    • @MileHighCampers
      @MileHighCampers  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for keeping me honest, winter snuck up on me fast and I didnt get a chance to video it, than my boat wound up at the upholstery shop for reasons that can be explained by some of my newer videos, so now that I finally have it back I plan to do that video in September.

    • @christoferoberg3867
      @christoferoberg3867 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@MileHighCampers Hi Dave! Thnks for the videos. Any progress on video 3?