An even EASIER way to winterize your Sea Doo PWC

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10 ай бұрын

Not only is this easier, I think it ensures that antifreeze pumps properly through the system due to the amount of flow/pressure. We have done this process in the past - and this way works best for us. Always refer to your instructions for your machine. Do not substitute our video for proper methods/procedures. This is for entertainment purposes only. Winterizing a PWC. This is our SeaDoo GTX 4-tec (4 stroke) machine. We use a non-submersible transfer pump to pump RV antifreeze through the water intake of the jetski engine and cooling system. #winterize #personalwatercraft #seadoo #purplecollarlife
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@PurpleCollarLife 9 ай бұрын

Here's the original winterize video for the other to jetski machines (waverunner and JetSki). kzfaq.info/get/bejne/gNKJqqWLz5qYhH0.html

@fedorov5549 Ай бұрын

I just used a funnel hooked to the seat handle with a stubby garden hose. About 1 gallon rv/boat antifreeze. Stabilized fuel last ride, and sprayed fog oil down plug holes. Guess it doesn’t hurt intake/supercharger to have oil too.

@PurpleCollarLife Ай бұрын

Thanks!

@TS-sx3rf 9 ай бұрын

Very nice you have learned and are able to do this work yourself. Always good to save by doing things yourself.

@PurpleCollarLife 9 ай бұрын

Very true!

@davida.p.9911 9 ай бұрын

Great advice and video, Chad! Thanks for sharing! 😎

@PurpleCollarLife 9 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching!

@watershedoverlook 9 ай бұрын

All good info Chad. 4 gallons seemed like a lot, but looks like you timed it out pretty good. 👍

@PurpleCollarLife 9 ай бұрын

4 gallons is definitely overkill as far as needed fluid. But I need the amount of TIME it takes that little pump to pump through 4 gallons to get all the other steps done while the engine runs. :) As I get older, it may take more gallons. HA!

@mileshiles1287 9 ай бұрын

Even though the weather is beautiful I would rather be getting ready for summer. I do all my boat maintenance myself as well.

@PurpleCollarLife 9 ай бұрын

So true!

@davesauerzopf6980 9 ай бұрын

I had a 98 Yamaha for 20 years that I kept on the lift in OCMD. There was a flush out tube under the seat. I would just pump some antifreeze into that. I was surprised how well and long it lasted being used in saltwater. Those things are not cheap and it is well worth doing the proper maintenance to prolong their longevity.

@PurpleCollarLife 9 ай бұрын

Yamaha does have a nice flush out system. Thanks for watching!

@danielsmith1782 8 ай бұрын

I use one gallon antifreeze per jet ski. Using a hose and funnel. Start jet ski then start pouring antifreeze into funnel and let gravity do it's thing.

@PurpleCollarLife 8 ай бұрын

We used gravity flow last year (video link is in the description) - the problem is that it’s not enough pressure to fully evacuate the system. These pumps in PWCs pump 800-2000 gallons per minute. You have to provide enough pressure otherwise you’re potentially hurting the pump and not fully sending the RV antifreeze throughout the system. In the previous video, we noted that in the Yamaha (Waverunners) and the Jet-ski brand that the antifreeze never pumped through the small ports that show the water is flowing through the pump during operation.

@stevenfox3465 8 ай бұрын

Perfect I do the same. You DON’T need an auxiliary pump, to pump RV antifreeze through the rear port.

@blakewadington4390 6 ай бұрын

quick tip you must shut off the antifreze pump or water before you shut off the engine otherwise you run the risk of destroying your engine.

@PurpleCollarLife 6 ай бұрын

Thanks!

@bojanpetrasevic1170 4 ай бұрын

The same way I do it, my pump is on 12v so I connect it to pwc baterry. I dont use more than 3-4 liters od antifreeze. Put bucket under and colect extra antifreeze

@PurpleCollarLife 4 ай бұрын

Nice!

@FHAREN3 Ай бұрын

Kiddie pool under ski and collect antifreeze. I use a submersible pump in kiddie pool.

@StefanMailey 9 ай бұрын

An even EASIER/CHEAPER way is to just blow out all the lines with an air compressor. Disconnect the waterline on the head and exhaust hose going to the water box. Dump regular old anti-freeze in both and call it a day!

@PurpleCollarLife 9 ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing! I'd still be worried that there would be water sitting in a line somewhere that didn't get completely blown out - or that condensation would build up somewhere and cause problems. But I have heard several people who do use the compressed air method to winterize their boats and/or campers.

@stevenstadterman9725 8 ай бұрын

if you use a mortor pan you can recirculate it,,catch 95 % of it in stead of making a big mess..plus you can reuse antifreeze..

@PurpleCollarLife 8 ай бұрын

That’s true - but it will have cycled through the cooling system of the engine. What if there were contaminants in there - wouldn’t that potentially hurt something in the future?

@user-yn5gm8st6d Ай бұрын

Is a special antifreeze required for any jet ski that has an aluminum water system? Thanks!

@PurpleCollarLife Ай бұрын

That’s a great question. I’m not an expert and don’t know that answer. I can tell you - that on the jet skis that I’ve owned - I’ve always used the RV antifreeze.

@user-yn5gm8st6d Ай бұрын

@@PurpleCollarLife Thanks for the quick reply. I will use what you do on my ski.

@jeremydejonge9935 9 ай бұрын

Just using gravity to feed the antifreeze isn't good enough? A pump is necessary?

@PurpleCollarLife 9 ай бұрын

After winterizing last year, we were worried that gravity feed didn't supply enough waterflow/pressure to fully winterize every part of the water system. It wasn't worth the risk. Investing in the pump definitely made the process fast and I'm much more comfortable with the winterization.

@stevehoronzy6919 6 ай бұрын

Stick the bucket under the jet pump so you catch the RV antifreeze

@PurpleCollarLife 6 ай бұрын

Thanks for the tip!

@rtinmotion 9 ай бұрын

Do you put the seats back on and cover it?

@PurpleCollarLife 9 ай бұрын

I do. I install the trickle charger, re-install the seat sections, and put the cover back on.

@lindapirkle4462 9 ай бұрын

How did you dispose of the anti freeze?

@PurpleCollarLife 9 ай бұрын

RV antifreeze is considered safe, non-toxic, non-hazardous to humans. It's different than automotive antifreeze. We use the same stuff in the plumbing lines of our camper when we winterize it for winter.

@Eric-yr4pt 6 ай бұрын

There's a way easier route: connect hose/funnel to flush port. Start engine. Pour in 1 gallon of RV antifreeze, run for 30 sec to 1 min. Stop pouring and turn off engine. Stupid simple

@PurpleCollarLife 6 ай бұрын

I've never heard of this. Does it reverse syphon through the engine?

@Eric-yr4pt 6 ай бұрын

@PurpleCollarLife well if you're on a 4tec seadoo it will only cycle thru the exhaust manifold, and intercooler if supercharged. The engine is closed loop and has separate antifreeze.

@bizzfo 22 күн бұрын

Don’t let the dogs in the garage 😵

@PurpleCollarLife 22 күн бұрын

Excellent point - that RV antifreeze - though safe for the RV water system - is not safe for pets. Thanks for leaving a comment so that others know that.