Long term storage
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Intermediate
Joined: Nov 2016
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From: Vacaville, CA
Long term storage
Looking for a reputable storage facility in Northern California to store my C3 for 1- 3 years while I’m overseas. Car is in Northern California having work done, any recommendations appreciated.
Last edited by rwquine@gmail.com; Aug 28, 2018 at 11:37 AM. Reason: Clarification.
Melting Slicks
Joined: Dec 2009
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From: Thunder Bay
If you're going to store it that long, consider putting it in a car storage bag. I used to use Omni Bag for my midyear when it was being stored in an unheated garage for the winter. Not sure if they are still available, but someone must be making them.
Safety Car
Joined: Mar 2014
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From: Round Rock Texas
Life Storage is spreading nationwide. I see several near Sacramento. We’ve use them in Texas and they are great. I can’t speak for your specific area, but as a company in general, I highly recommend them. Best of luck and be safe overseas.
Drifting
Joined: Jun 2005
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From: Chino Hills CA
Wouldn't be a bad idea to disconnect and plug fuel line to carb and run engine til it dies. Keep fuel tank near full and add stabil. Pull plugs and squirt some oil in cylinders and turn engine over a few times before reinstalling plugs. Disconnect battery and if possible, put car on jackstands to take load off tires. Throw some dessicant and moth ***** in interior. Good luck
Racer
Joined: Jun 2013
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From: Indianapolis IN
My late father had a large corvette collection, with anywhere from 15-30 at a time. My job as a teen was to keep them all moving to minimize deterioration from storage. My advice? Find a friend who will keep at his place and get to drive it periodically in exchange for storing it. It will be in 10x better shape than even under the best storage conditions.
