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Old 10 April 2022, 18:01   #1
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Motor flushing

Hi all,

What's the general wisdom about flushing the motor when on a caravan site.

Does everyone flush after every outing or just at the end of the trip when home.
If after each outing, how do you do it?

I'm talking saltwater here. Any tips greatly appreciated.

Paul.
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Old 10 April 2022, 18:37   #2
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Hi Paul, I flush the OB when I get home after the holiday.
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Old 10 April 2022, 19:30   #3
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Yep like Steve... flush after every use if out for the odd day but leave it a week or two until you get back if a holiday.
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Cheers guys, that's good news.
Makes life much easier to do it at home!
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Also use some kind of cleaner desalt. You can use vinegar if that's all you have. I make a cocktail of Simple green and salt-away. About 4 ounces in a device that attaches to the rabbit ears. Run it till it is all used up and then the pee water is clear, about 4-5 mins is all it takes.
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