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Antifreeze Matters

Caring for Your Boat this Winter

Putting your boat away for the winter should not cost an arm and a leg. However, it’s important to use caution and avoid cutting corners, and the antifreeze used to protect your boat’s engine and water system is no exception.

Avoiding the “Cheap Stuff”

The boating professionals at Petzold’s Marine Center remind boaters that it is very important to pay close attention to the contents of the antifreeze. The “cheap stuff” often contains ethyl alcohol which is known for deteriorating o-rings and gaskets of your boat’s engine. Although “water system safe,” antifreeze containing ethyl alcohol can also lead to damage to water pumps and heads. This all can lead to very expensive repairs. 

Finding the Best Antifreeze

When it comes to boat winterization, the mechanics at Petzold’s Marine Center recommend 100% virgin propylene glycol marine-grade antifreeze. On sale at their discount marine store for only $3.50/gallon, boaters can get an additional $5.00 mail-in-rebate for 6 gallons or more. For all your winterizing needs, stop in and see them today and protect your boat this winter.

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