Specifications

2005 MASTERCRAFT OWNERS MANUAL–PAGE 18-3
Step 3: If the coolant level is low, add a sufficient amount of
coolant/water mix to fill the heat exchanger. Use an appropriate
mix of prypylene glycol anti-freeze and distilled water, mixed in
accordance with the directions on the container for the antici-
pated temperatures.
Step 4: If the coolant in the heat exchanger is not strong
enough to protect the engine to the lowest anticipated tem-
perature, take your boat to your dealer for replacement of the
coolant.
DRIVE TRAIN PREPARATION
Step 1: Change the transmission fluid and clean the filter screen.
Step 2: Remove the attaching hardware from the propeller
shaft coupling. Separate the flanges and coat the surfaces with
multi-purpose grease.
GENERAL POWER PACKAGE PREPARATION
Step 1: Clean dirt, grime and grease from painted surfaces of
the engine and drive train.
Step 2: Touch up painted areas of the engine and transmis-
sion.
Step 3: Lubricate throttle and shift linkages and cables with
multi-purpose grease.
Step 4: Spray the entire engine with corro-
sion protectant and lubricant.
Step 5: Disconnect the battery cables from
the battery and charge the battery fully. If
you remove the battery from the boat, store
it in a cool and dry place. Never store bat-
teries close to heat, spark or flame-produc-
ing devices.
Step 6: Leave the engine box cover propped
open about two inches (2”) to ventilate the
engine compartment.
OTHER WINTERIZATION
PREPARATIONS
Step 1: Remove the bilge drain plug immedi-
ately after taking the boat out of water. After a
general bow-to-stern washing, raise the bow
of the boat higher than the stern to allow as much water as
possible to drain from the bilge, while performing other storage
preparations.
Step 2: Thoroughly clean the hull, deck and interior of the
boat as soon as it is removed from the water. Cleaning at this
time is easier because any marine growth is still wet. Be sure to
allow a few days of air drying to prevent mildew that results
from trapped moisture. (See the Cleaning section.)
Step 3: Apply a coat of wax to the entire surface of the
boat.
Step 4: If your boat is equipped with a heater, shower or
ballast bags, be sure to disconnect the hoses and drain any
remaining water in the lines to avoid freezing. Even small
amounts of water in any of these areas can cause significant
damage upon freezing and such damage is not covered under
warranty!
Note: Be sure that hoses will not become entangled in
the engine V-belt when the engine turns over or the hose
and/or the belt will be damaged.
Step 5: Use duct tape to seal the exhaust flaps to prevent dirt
and nesting rodents from entering.
Step 6: Cover the boat with a boat cover or tarp.
Note: If the boat is to be stored outside and subject to
accumulations of snow, water and ice, a support should be
made for the boat cover so that it will not sag, rip or tear,
thereby allowing water to enter the boat. Two-inch PVC
plumbing pipe is ideal for this purpose. It is readily avail-
able at local hardware stores, and it is easy to work with.
Also, its rounded shape will prevent damage to the canvas.
BALLAST SYSTEM PREPARATIONS
PROSTAR 205, X-2, X-STAR, MARISTAR 210, X-10:
Step 1: If your boat does not already have this equipment, cut
1” in front of the shut-off valve, insert a tee in the line and
clamp. Insert a nipple, washer and cap.
Step 2: When winterizing, remove the cap and attach the
hose to the water hose fitting on the tee. Put the other end into
a gallon of non-toxic, RV-type antifreeze.