1975 Johnson 50 HP Winterizing

[lohrdg]

I'm winterizing my 1975 Johnson 50 HP (50ESL75B) for the first time on my own. I plan on using Sta-Bill Marine 360 in the fuel, running for a bit then fogging both carbs and cylinders. I also plan on changing the gear lube. Do I need to run anti-freeze thru the engine? Some one suggested it. Is there anything else I'm missing?

 

[flyingscott]

No antifreeze needed. Run the carbs empty of fuel.

 

[Boobie]

Leave it sit in an up-right position.

 

[kevinj]

Leave it sit in an up-right position.

Right. Don't leave the motor tilted up. If snow and/or ice settles in the prop, thaws, then freezes again it can cause big problems. Store the motor upright so any potential moisture drains straight out the prop.

KJ