Antifreeze in Bilge

halifax212

So I finally got my boat out of storage on the weekend.  Removed the drain plug and antifreeze begins pouring out. Once it slowed I opened the main drain valve and more was released.  I haven't fired it up yet to see where it failed.  Is there a common place to look first?  Was thinking of ignoring it if it is only minor drip.  Raw water cooled 5.7. 

Handymans342

Was it pink or green?

halifax212

Alright, don't hang me here.....I use the green stuff

Handymans342

So, freeze plug or maybe the blue drain plug? You will need to get a pressure tester

halifax212

Thanks. I was wondering if that could be done. Is that something that can be done in the driveway if I buy/rent the tool? 

Handymans342

Sure can. Text me pic of your engine

halifax212

done

zaverin1

Ye
i flush with pink by hand 
and leave all empty 
basically I drain the water 
flush with pink and call it a day

zaverin1

Ye that entire rust gimmick is funny to me

skennelly

Man...Spring just got here and already talking about winterizing

halifax212

Good point @Alswagg.  Followed a procedure a  guy was doing for me whenI bought the boat in 2009.  Always thought full engine of fluid kept oxygen away from the iron to prevent rusting. I will try your suggestion next season and use Pink next year as well.