Should I dewinterize the motor if I won't be using the boat?

[Thejanitor000]

I won't be boating this year and will be leaving the boat on the trailer for the next 12 months. The motor is still winterized. I'm wondering if I should have anything done to the motor or will it be fine sitting winterized?

[biggerseagar]

Leave it like it is until you are ready to use it.

[Thejanitor000]

Thanks!

[shrew]

There is no point in commissioning a boat you're not going to use and eventually re-winterize again.

[mmwjr]

My only concern is how much fuel is in the tank? If half I would top it off so that there is little air space to moisture to collect that may result in phase separation if you have E10 gas.

[Thejanitor000]

Good idea mmwr. I'll check this weekend.

[Phillbo]

Also add some Sta Bil Stabilizer.