It's that time of year here in the northeast. Boats come out of the water and get prepped for that looooong winter nap.
Aside from the freeze protection that is performed, changing the oil so the contaminates can be rid of is the next highest priority. After years of using a pump system to remove the old oil from our C34, I decided to take closer look at the situation. It was reasoned that there might be enough room beneath the engine to gravity the oil from the sump. After measuring, it was determined that a container of just less than eight(8) inches wide might work.
Cutting to the chase... A marine type battery box fit the bill.. I did ned to cut it down to fit, AND after fitting a gallon of water proved that there was enough capacity. Now after heating up the engine oil, it was allowed to totally drain overnight. Works pretty well....
Aside from the freeze protection that is performed, changing the oil so the contaminates can be rid of is the next highest priority. After years of using a pump system to remove the old oil from our C34, I decided to take closer look at the situation. It was reasoned that there might be enough room beneath the engine to gravity the oil from the sump. After measuring, it was determined that a container of just less than eight(8) inches wide might work.
Cutting to the chase... A marine type battery box fit the bill.. I did ned to cut it down to fit, AND after fitting a gallon of water proved that there was enough capacity. Now after heating up the engine oil, it was allowed to totally drain overnight. Works pretty well....