Winterization 2008

[Don]

This can be so confusing. Call 10 Marina’s and get 10 different prices. The bare bones winterization can cost about $50 to the full Package, which we offer for an I/O is $250.00 but what you get can make the difference between expensive damage and a hassle free time starting and running in the spring. We incorporate the recommended maintenance schedule of an oil change, fuel filter, gear lube and drive service and we run antifreeze through the motor (to help prevent rust and corrosion). We in the spring for no additional fee Summmerize it, make sure all the fluids are toped off and fire it up. If you just do the basic package, which we do not offer and there is water in the drive it freezes and cracks the drive. If the Water sep fuel filter cracks then you are going to have a fuel leak. If the oil does not get changed when will it? I believe it is best to do it all one time, that way you will not forget, and it gets done.

[Don]

in the next week I will post the new Winterization rates. We are in the process of repositioning our rack storage to get more boats in it, and buying a new rack system that will hold 40 boats. We need to make room for more boats, we were full last winter.

[RSwanson]

Don,
It was nice to meet you and your crew last weekend. I know you were finalizing your winterization and winter storage packages when I was in. Did you get a chance to finish it? I will be bringing my boat too you regardless, (you come highly recommended) and after the problems I have had at the "other" marinas. my wife and I are looking forward to a hassle free launch in the spring. And getting our boat shrink wrapped before the snow flys, something that does not happen where we have been storing. (on Seneca Lake). I will not name any places as you asked me not too mention any other marinas by name in a negative manner, I actually respect you for that.
We would like to be pulled October 12th @ 2pm, if you still have that date available.

[NickBuffalino]

I have a Carver 38SS, the LOA is just under 40', weight with fuel is about 25,000. can you pull it, and will you have room for me?
Nick

[Don]

Nick,
We can pull it. If you give me a call I can schedule you. Looks like we are filling up again. I thought we were going to have plenty of room this year, but we are filling up fast. Even with the rack expansion, and cleaning out some old boats. We are going to have room for and additional 12 or so new larger boats 30-40'. I already have 5 new customers including you. So please call so I can save a spot for you. You will not be disappointed.
The 38SS is a nice boat; do you have gas or diesels in it? We can and do service both just wondering.
We look forward to having you as a new customer.

[Don]

Looks like that time again... We are shutting down for the winter Friday Nov 14th.
Even with the rack storage expansion project, which got an additional 34 boats in the air, and are full once again. I need to get more land somehow...
Not to get political, but I hope that after I hibernate this winter and wake for the 1st boat shows in the spring all of the country’s issues are fixed or at least heading that way... I know wishfull thinking. But any light would be good for us all right now.
Good luck, and have a Safe and Happy Holiday Season.
Don