Winter Storage Check List
Melting Slicks
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From: Engineers do it better.
Re: Winter Storage Check List (Madmikeee)
I live in a COLD area, but have an insulated garage. I was just going to put mine inside, without disconnecting the battery or rags in the tailpipe. I plan on taking the t-tops off and treat all rubber with silicon to give it a chance to "swell up" again. Leaving the windows down to avoid moisture problems. Over-inflate the tires to avoid flat spots and gas stabilizer in the tank. I will be starting the car every week, without driving it though.
This is my first winter with this car, is the above procedure ok?? :confused:
This is my first winter with this car, is the above procedure ok?? :confused:
Safety Car
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From: Vancouver, BC
Re: Winter Storage Check List (Justin79-L-82)
check this out...
http://www.cdnrods.com/Articles/WinterStorage.asp
http://www.cdnrods.com/Articles/WinterStorage.asp
Team Owner
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St. Jude Donor '03, '06, '17
Re: Winter Storage Check List (vetteflame79)
#13 just forget it all and drive down to Florida and spend the winter with all of us :cheers:
Safety Car
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From: Vancouver, BC
Re: Winter Storage Check List (Justin79-L-82)
ok, we need to lock all the southerners out of this thread. i'm tired of all their wiseass remarks :boxing
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Melting Slicks
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From: Exiled Tampa Bay Misfit
Re: Winter Storage Check List (SizzleChest)
ok, we need to lock all the southerners out of this thread. i'm tired of all their wiseass remarks :boxing
Racer
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From: Stoney Creek, Ontario, Canada
Re: Winter Storage Check List (Justin79-L-82)
All the points listed are good except for the following:
#1 - I see you are from Winnipeg so under no circumstances be starting your car on a regular basis. This will only cause condensation and damage your engine. Let it freeze. #2 - I don't recommend storing on jackstands for short term. If you do, remove the wheels to take weight off the suspension and wrap the rotors/brakes in plastic to prevent condensation and rust. #3 - If you have newer tires they will not flatspot easily so leave them at regular tire pressure. Other than that I would recommend covering the tailpipe, carb and PCV with plastic, not rags. Make sure the tank is full and has stabilizer, the oil is changed and the battery disconnected. Mothballs or cut up Irish spring soap will keep the mice out. I also set traps around for extra security. This is good Canadian Storage advice. Then its just a matter of getting through the another Winter in Winterpeg without worrying about how the vette will respond in the spring.
#1 - I see you are from Winnipeg so under no circumstances be starting your car on a regular basis. This will only cause condensation and damage your engine. Let it freeze. #2 - I don't recommend storing on jackstands for short term. If you do, remove the wheels to take weight off the suspension and wrap the rotors/brakes in plastic to prevent condensation and rust. #3 - If you have newer tires they will not flatspot easily so leave them at regular tire pressure. Other than that I would recommend covering the tailpipe, carb and PCV with plastic, not rags. Make sure the tank is full and has stabilizer, the oil is changed and the battery disconnected. Mothballs or cut up Irish spring soap will keep the mice out. I also set traps around for extra security. This is good Canadian Storage advice. Then its just a matter of getting through the another Winter in Winterpeg without worrying about how the vette will respond in the spring.
Team Owner
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From: Orange Park Florida
Re: Winter Storage Check List (Justin79-L-82)
Fog engine, drain block/system, bring battery inside, block exhaust pipes, put plastic over induction system, car cover, soap in car,
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Drifting
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From: Sault Ste Marie Ontario
Re: Winter Storage Check List (Justin79-L-82)
Do not forget to put the pillow under its nose for a restfull night sleep. :lol: I like to put some desiccant in the interior to keep out moisture. Windows up. :cheers: And do not forget to pary for a early spring. :cool:
Race Director
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Re: Winter Storage Check List (Justin79-L-82)
Two very unnecessary steps in above posts-
1) Putting the car on blocks or jack stands-
This is another old wives tale. Doing this puts tremendous torsional strain on the rubber bushings. They were not designed to be in this position for extended period. Think of it- southern cars sit on their wheels for decade after decade with no harm done. Why does a car in storage need it?
2) Run the engine every few weeks or so.
Why? What will you gain? All this does is put more strain on the starter, alternator, battery as well as put a partial thermal cycle on the engine, inducing more corrosion after it cools off. If you do insist on running, take it for a good long drive. The idea of' the seals drying up is another urban legend.
1) Putting the car on blocks or jack stands-
This is another old wives tale. Doing this puts tremendous torsional strain on the rubber bushings. They were not designed to be in this position for extended period. Think of it- southern cars sit on their wheels for decade after decade with no harm done. Why does a car in storage need it?
2) Run the engine every few weeks or so.
Why? What will you gain? All this does is put more strain on the starter, alternator, battery as well as put a partial thermal cycle on the engine, inducing more corrosion after it cools off. If you do insist on running, take it for a good long drive. The idea of' the seals drying up is another urban legend.
Le Mans Master
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From: San Diego CA
Re: Winter Storage Check List (Mike Ward)
Okay winter storage Check list for Cali/ AZ and Florida/Texas brotherin
1. Put T-tops in the back of the car, first dust them off since they have sat in the corner of the garage for months. Remember it might get down to 65 degree at 11:00PM if your out cruising.
2. Leave a nice pull over sweater or jacket in the back for same reason listed above.
Okay I guess that's it. :lol: :lol: :lol: :lol:
1. Put T-tops in the back of the car, first dust them off since they have sat in the corner of the garage for months. Remember it might get down to 65 degree at 11:00PM if your out cruising.
2. Leave a nice pull over sweater or jacket in the back for same reason listed above.
Okay I guess that's it. :lol: :lol: :lol: :lol:
Melting Slicks
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From: Tucson AZ
Re: Winter Storage Check List (Cali,77,L-82)
Cali -
add #3 - Enjoy the driving!
PS - Used to ride a motorcyle year round (evn when the temps hit 65) so my T-Tops and rear window are permanent garage disply pieces. ( I do have ear muffs and gloves though. :lol: )
add #3 - Enjoy the driving!
PS - Used to ride a motorcyle year round (evn when the temps hit 65) so my T-Tops and rear window are permanent garage disply pieces. ( I do have ear muffs and gloves though. :lol: )
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From: The Only Corvette in Gila Bend, Az.
St. Jude Donor '09
Re: Winter Storage Check List (Zane)
Anyone make sunblock for the car? I think I might need some this winter :D
It will really make them darn Northerns mad now :lol: :lol: :lol:
Le Mans Master
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From: Wildwood IL
Re: Winter Storage Check List (Desertdawg)
Anyone make sunblock for the car? I think I might need some this winter :D
Hey Zane !!!! That was a good one :cheers:
It will really make them darn Northerns mad now :lol: :lol: :lol:
Hey Zane !!!! That was a good one :cheers:
It will really make them darn Northerns mad now :lol: :lol: :lol:
Eddie
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From: York PA
Re: Winter Storage Check List (Justin79-L-82)
As soon as it starts frosting, I fill up the tank and then park mine in the back corner of the garage so I can get my daily driver in the garage too. I hate scraping my windshield in the morning. Then I get it out about once a month let it idle for about 20 minutes and then drive it a few miles on roads where most of the cinders have been pushed off the road. Do this until they clean the cinders off the roads in the spring.
Le Mans Master
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From: San Diego CA
Re: Winter Storage Check List (stickboy)
Naww... we're not angry! Because your problems are just a little different than ours. Our paint and interior shines for years!!! Yours can fade, bleach, and dull from the relentless sun. You'll never see us hiding our cars from the sun, recharging our A/C every week, and installing NASA approved heat shields either! OK.... I've vented.... and the prozak is kicking in now.....
Eddie.
Eddie.
Melting Slicks
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From: Tucson AZ
Re: Winter Storage Check List (Cali,77,L-82)
Actually, I think Arizona would be first. With 12 inches of rain or less per year, an average of 350 days sunshine, and an average humidy of less than 12% rust doesn't exist.
