Topic: Anti -Freeze in Bilge?

I recently relocated from Florida to Minnesota and I need some advice.

My boat is on a trailer and the drain plug has been removed but there is still a little water in the bottom so I was thinking of adding some anti-freeze.  Is this a good idea?

If so, what type of anti-freeze is best for keeping the water that collects in the bilge from freezing?

JJT Contessa 26 #320

Re: Anti -Freeze in Bilge?

I typically use a wet-vac with the filter removed to suck out any residual water, but if you want to use antifreeze, get the marine stuff that is less harmful to aquatic life.

Re: Anti -Freeze in Bilge?

Vince, Thanks for the reply.  I did as you recommended with a shop vac and I got the bilge reasonably dry. 

My concern relates to water that might enter during the winter so I am building a frame to support a 30 x 20 tarp to keep the snow off and the water out.

Is there anything else that I should be doing to keep my boat safe during the cold weather?

JJT Contessa 26 #320

Re: Anti -Freeze in Bilge?

Re: Anti -Freeze in Bilge?

A 20 x 30 tarp with a frame is what I have been using for 4 seasons

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