[C320-list] Winterizing tips....Thanks!

[Jeff Hare]

You can get replacement caps at a garden center or haardware store for capping hoses.  Look for high quality ones. Don't use Brass, it'll corrode very fast.

-Jeff 
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From: Brad Kuether
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Subject: [C320-list] Winterizing tips....Thanks!
Sent: Nov 14, 2010 5:37 PM

I just installed the "Prestone Flush and Fill Kit" 5/8ths hose T on my raw water line.

I used the new Sears Craftman Edge Utility Cutter (I recommend it!!!!)  to cut the hose, then put the T in the line, tightened up the hose clamps.

EASY upgrade and will make the process a LOT easier later this year when I put the final fluid through the raw water side. (I am in until December and November can be warm down here.....)

Two items....

First Item
There are some other size T's that would help.  The hose off of the macerator pump that acts as my anchor washdown (think thats what it is...) is 1/2 inch.  There is a T for that size but there is only one cap.  Be nice if I could get my hands on another cap so I don't have to spend another 5 bucks for another kit.  Anyone know where to get one?

Second Item
Does anyone have any concerns about the the flush and fill cap vibrating off?  I was thinking of putting a tie wrap on it.

Thanks to all that suggested this upgrade.