Universal M18 cooling system on the hard

Jul 7, 2024
1
Catalina 27 Lake Keowee
I purchased a boat that is on the hard after transport and getting a paint job among other things.

The seacock for the fresh water cooling was left open during transport. Is this an issue?
 
May 17, 2004
5,305
Beneteau Oceanis 37 Havre de Grace
Nothing wrong at all. I generally leave my seacocks open for the winter so any residual water runs out and doesn’t freeze.
 
Feb 26, 2004
22,852
Catalina 34 224 Maple Bay, BC, Canada
I agree, no problem. When you do get back in the water, just make sure you have water at the pump before you start the engine. I do this by disconnecting the hose from the seacock/strainer at the pump and sucking on it. Gag a little and Bob's your uncle! :)
 
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