How to winterize a jet ski or boat for storage. Preparing your boat. Step one, clean your boat.
Get rid of any salt or grime that could damage the paint. Wash and buff to protect the paint. Clean inside boat seats and carpet to ensure stains don't set while in long-term storage .
Step two: replenish fluids in your boat. Refresh all fluids, especially fuel and oil and run antifreeze and a fuel stabilizer through your boat. Step 3: remove your boat's battery.
If left in extreme heat or cold it can be easily damaged. Step 4: Put a cover or slip on your boat. Preparing your jet ski for winter storage.
Step 1: clean the exterior. Remove all gear from storage spaces under seats. Wash the whole thoroughly.
Wipe down and dry the seat, handles and whole. Keep storage compartments open. slightly add finishing wax.
Step 2: winterize the jet ski engine by draining it. If you live in a cold area and plan to store your jet ski outdoors, winterize the jet ski exhaust system too. Step 3: drain or stabilize the fuel.
Step 4: Remove the battery and consider hooking it up to a trickle charger over the winter. Step 5: change the oil and possibly the oil filter too. Step 6: add a cover.
