Book'em Danno
Member
- Jul 13, 2015
- 49
- Boat Info
- 2001 Sea Ray Sundancer 380, 8.1 L Mercruiser, V-Drive. Garmin 7612 Chart Plotter/Radar
- Engines
- Twin Mercruisers Horizons 8.1L Inboards
I've winterized everything on my boat except for my engines thanks to all of you here at CSR. I plan on taking that task this weekend. My boat will be shrink wrapped and will remain in the water, shore powered to ensure my batteries are charged so the bilge pump remains operational during the winter. For some reason newbie ignorance and paranoia is getting the best of me. I can't seem to shake the thought of water in the bilge freezing rendering my bilge pump inoperable, taking in more water and boat sinking. I know it's probably extreme when it comes to worst case scenarios, but I always prepare for the worse. So having said that, I was thinking on investing in an Xtreme Bilge Heater to ensure above freezing temperatures inside the bilge. The wife doesn't seem to be too fond of the idea specially after mentioning the cost. Any thoughts that would help me make a decision would be appreciated. To heat or not to heat? Thank you all in advance