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Old Feb 8, 2004 | 05:06 PM
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Default Outdoor storage questions

I am planning on storing my 76 outside for a few months until I get the front end prepped to install on the car (don't have room for both right now). I am concerned about having rust or other issues from this later on in the motor, fuel tank, etc. The car has no hood, front end, radiator, or support, so the engine is exposed, but from the doors back is intact. I have an indoor cover and a decent tarp to cover that up, but will this be enough? Should I put those dessicant plugs in the motor where tha spark plugs should be, or will squirting WD-40 in be enough? Any suggestions or things to watch out for are appreciated.
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Default Re: Outdoor storage questions (vetteboy1976kr)

Use a good quality tarp and tie it down tight and you should be fine. I'd geta breathable cover for it once the wet weather is over. you already know their best stored indoors. :thumbs:
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