Vodka is not the answer

jkjenn
jkjenn Member Posts: 6,422
in Heating/Plumbing & Winterizing
I realize those in mild climates have a lot of fun posting photos and joking about winterizing with vodka, but it should be done so, cautiously. It is a novelty. I get it.

Vodka can freeze at temperatures as high as -7F, so this is not a good idea in cold climates. It is not unusual to get below that temperature north if the Mason-Dixon Line. Second, rv antifreeze is non-toxic, odorless, and tasteless. Third, rv antifreeze is pink and a visible reminder that you need to dewinterize in the spring.

Feel free to use vodka if you like, but please do not recommend that everyone use as it is not suitable for cold climates. 

2021 T@b 320 Boondock "Mattie Ross" | 2021 T@b Nights: 239 | Total nights in a T@b 455 | 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee L Overland | T@b owner since 2014

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  • db_cooper
    db_cooper Member Posts: 749
    JK, it depends on the question!
    2015 Max S Outback | 2010 Xterra  -- Retired
    2022 Ford F350 Tremor |  2022 Cirrus 620



  • TerryV6
    TerryV6 Member Posts: 1,101
    My thoughts exactly...  
    Terry & Jody...  2025 Honda Ridgeline RTL
    2016 NuCamp 320 T@B Max S
    T@bbey  Road   
    Appleton,  WI





  • jgram2
    jgram2 Member Posts: 1,522
    Gin.
    John, Judi, Guinness & OD in PDX
    T@Bit@t 2015 S Max Outback, ‘18 V6 4Runner 


  • Homebodyatheart
    Homebodyatheart Member Posts: 2,516
    edited November 2018
    My nephew introduced me to a chocolatini (OMG!) this summer, used vanilla vodka. First time I’ve ever liked the stuff!  =)
    2017 T@B 320 Max S silver and cherry red, L@dybug ("Bug" aka my esc@pe pod), TV 2015 Toyota Highlander aka Big Red
  • jcfaber1
    jcfaber1 Member Posts: 318
    Seems like alcohol abuse to me!
    John

    2007 T@B

    Rockford, IL

  • webers3
    webers3 Member Posts: 436
    Just imagine how much fun de-winterizing would be. Get a glass with some ice, turn on the pump, open a faucet, have a party. Grey Goose shower? Oh my
    2017 T@B 320S   2019 Jeep Cherokee - Southern Connecticut
  • ronin718
    ronin718 Member Posts: 92
    edited November 2018
    That all depends on what it is you're trying to winterize.  Just ask Vladimir and Viktor!  :lol:

    John & Lori in Northern VA
    Former owner of 2015 T@B CS Max "Uteki" aka "H@wk T@B"
    2012 Toyota Tacoma Double Cab 4x4 Off-Road "Zame"

  • Michigan_Mike
    Michigan_Mike Member Posts: 2,858
    edited November 2018
    I’ll take Arizona and a good Margarita any day!   =)

    As for winterizing, I prefer to blow the lines out with air, empty the pump and add in the pink RV antifreeze to my sink, shower and toilet areas.  If I were staying in Michigan through the winter I would also empty out the gallon of RV antifreeze added (2 gallons total) to the gray and black tanks, place a screen over the outlet where both dump from (to keep critters out) and leave both valves open.  This allows both tanks to dry out.  I’ve done this before per instructions from a dealer and never had any issues.  
    Mike - Elmira, Mi / 2019 T@B 400 / 2021 Chevy Silverado LTZ
  • jcfaber1
    jcfaber1 Member Posts: 318
    The hard part is waiting till next spring.  I prefer gin and tonics with a cucumber ice cube!

    2007 T@B

    Rockford, IL

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