[C320-list] Winter layup in upstate NY

[Kaare Wold]

Based on advice from the a yard owner with decades of experience, we leave the batteries in the boat.  He recommends to completely charge the batteries, then disconnect both cables. We have followed this procedure and have no problems.  Surprisingly, the charge remains quite high over the winter with a short recharge necessary before Spring launch.  We have no solar system or plug in tender.  It takes Hercules to remove those 100#+ batteries?  Not for me.  Our compass stays in place too. Location is Sturgeon Bay, northeast Wisconsin. Outdoor covered storage. We know a thing or two about winter weather.
Kaare & Mary Wold
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> On Dec 3, 2015, at 6:43 PM, Daryl Hunt <drhunt at rochester.rr.com> wrote:
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> I just finished putting my '99 C320 Believe through the extensive winter layup checklist from the C320 owners site.  I put off a few items until spring, including changing transmission oil, engine coolant and fuel filters.  
>    I had one question for other owners from the frozen north regarding the dc system.  Do you remove your batteries and store indoors or leave on board but keep charged with a smart charger on 110 AC through the shore power connection?
> Bonus question.  Do you remove your binnacle compass?  I've never done that on my 3 previous boats.
> Thanks, Daryl'99 C320 #660 BelieveRochester, NY