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Oct 31, 2002 | 06:03 PM

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Storage question

I have to put the '74 into storage tomorrow :cry I need to know what to do besides the basics like disconnecting the battery, cracking the windows, and taking out the floor mats. What else should I do? I have a cover, should I put it on?

Oct 31, 2002 | 06:10 PM

82dukman

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Re: Storage question (68350hp)

Depending on how long it is going to be stored, don't forget the fuel stabilizer too

Oct 31, 2002 | 06:11 PM

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Re: Storage question (68350hp)

Mouse poison, I like Decon. :smash: This type of poison makes them look for water before they "expire".

Lightly stuff rags into your exhaust pipes, keeps the critters from finding a "Home" :eek:

I spray "Defogger" ( light oil in an aerosol can) into the running motor until it smokes like mad or stalls. :yesnod: In the spring when you start it, the oil burns off quickly. It will NOT foul your plugs.

I've heard mothballs placed in bags on the insides of your tires will help keep critters away also.

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Oct 31, 2002 | 06:20 PM

ericshaw

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Re: Storage question (JRD77VET)

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I spray "Defogger" ( light oil in an aerosol can) into the running motor until it smokes like mad or stalls. :yesnod: In the spring when you start it, the oil burns off quickly. It will NOT foul your plugs.

Why? What does it do? I've heard this before but have never gotten an explination... :confused:

Oct 31, 2002 | 08:43 PM

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Re: Storage question (ericshaw)

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Why? What does it do? I've heard this before but have never gotten an explination... :confused:

The Defogger spray coats the interior of the engine( where the gas mixture goes) and keeps it from rusting.

I've used this on my boat since I bought it('91) and on the Corvette when I put it away.

The local farmers used this on there gas engine tractors also.

It can be found at automotive supply, hardware stores and at boat dealers. It'll probably cost more at a marina, because"it's for a boat" but it's the same stuff.

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Oct 31, 2002 | 09:26 PM

Paul L

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Re: Storage question (82dukman)

Excellent suggestion! Mine hits storage tomorrow for the next five months.

Oct 31, 2002 | 09:46 PM

Stoge

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Re: Storage question (paul79)

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I always keep my motomaster fuel stabilizer next to the halloween cake too.

:jester :jester :jester :lol: :lol: :lol:

Oct 31, 2002 | 10:22 PM

Paul L

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Re: Storage question (Simon Alexander)

Well, my God-Daughter was over and the Forum, my needs for storage tomorrow, the kiddies at the door and her need for cake got a little mixed up. Real multi-tasking tonight ;) .