corvette in the winter
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Drifting
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corvette in the winter
ya. where i live it doesnt get very cold and it rains once in a while. But i dont want to drive it when it does rain.I dont want to " store it ". Would it be alright if I like drive it like once a week or so when its good weather. Or should it be "stored" for its protection. Like whats the most amount of time the car can sit without expecting problems ? thanks
**I took the vette out since the roads are dry. I took a turn going around 35 and hit some loose dirt...a good old fishtail...that was fun :bs I bet it was real fun for the telefone guys working on the side of the road...lesson learned: slow down!
[Modified by 1985calcorvette, 1:18 AM 11/13/2002]
**I took the vette out since the roads are dry. I took a turn going around 35 and hit some loose dirt...a good old fishtail...that was fun :bs I bet it was real fun for the telefone guys working on the side of the road...lesson learned: slow down!
[Modified by 1985calcorvette, 1:18 AM 11/13/2002]
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Re: corvette in the winter (1985calcorvette)
I end up driving mine once a week during semesters. No problems, just have to check it out whenever i get a chance to see if anything is tearing up.
I wouldnt let it go more than a couple weeks without some driving, just to be on the safe side. I get the itch to drive it by that time anyway.
I wouldnt let it go more than a couple weeks without some driving, just to be on the safe side. I get the itch to drive it by that time anyway.
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Re: corvette in the winter (vader86)
I would suggest putting it on jackstands so the tires don't flatspot, disconnect the battery, apply 5 coats of wax, wrap it tightly in shrinkwrap, cover with an all-weather cover, then duct tape around that. :rolleyes: :lol:
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Re: corvette in the winter (HittinD.Apex)
I drive mine about once a week and I haven't noticed any problems except that the gas gauge doesn't go down as fast. If you leave it sit for longer than a week, I'd suggest that you start it up just to keep the battery charged.
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Re: corvette in the winter (1985calcorvette)
If it sits for more than 30 seconds, that's too long :D
Seriously, driving in the rain won't hurt it.
The Corvette is an all weather all season car except for snow over a few inches and mud(although, I have driven in both).
Drive it as much as possible, enjoy it, you don't want to sell it down the road and let someone else enjoy it in it's prime.
Seriously, driving in the rain won't hurt it.
The Corvette is an all weather all season car except for snow over a few inches and mud(although, I have driven in both).
Drive it as much as possible, enjoy it, you don't want to sell it down the road and let someone else enjoy it in it's prime.
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Re: corvette in the winter (HittinD.Apex)
I would suggest putting it on jackstands so the tires don't flatspot,
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Re: corvette in the winter (bac22)
It's a damn car, dude! On top of that, its a vette! It was meant to be driven! Don't be a garage queen! I do EVERYTHING in mine. Driving, crusing, transporting, drinking, eating, and even screwing. Cars are never permanent and are meant to be used. I always drive mine in the rain and never have any problems. Just use the car and enjoy it while you can. Just remember: nothing is forever except love.
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Re: corvette in the winter (Lord Odin)
It's a damn car, dude! On top of that, its a vette! It was meant to be driven! Don't be a garage queen! I do EVERYTHING in mine. Driving, crusing, transporting, drinking, eating, and even screwing.
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Re: corvette in the winter (Lord Odin)
I do EVERYTHING in mine. Driving, crusing, transporting, drinking, eating, and even screwing.
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Re: corvette in the winter (1985calcorvette)
I let my car sit in the garage (heated) for 3 months straight during the winter. I just put some fuel stabilizer into the tank and I don't put it up on jackstands. I've never had any problems with the tires when I take it back out.
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Re: corvette in the winter (Lord Odin)
It's a damn car, dude! I always drive mine in the rain and never have any problems. Just use the car and enjoy it while you can. Just remember: nothing is forever except love.
OH and by the way I agree about the love thing,it's the only thing that is eternal...... :cheers: :cheers: :cheers: and let's not forget faith and hope!
but the greatest is love.
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Re: corvette in the winter (1985calcorvette)
[QUOTE]Would it be alright if I like drive it like once a week or so when its good weather[QUOTE]
Man I'm lucky if I get to drive mine once a week even in the summer.
:cry Still runs great :)
Man I'm lucky if I get to drive mine once a week even in the summer.
:cry Still runs great :)
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Re: corvette in the winter (bac22)
I would suggest putting it on jackstands so the tires don't flatspot,
Do not put the car on jackstands, the supension was not designed to float. I would suggest doing a search on this topic, it has come up numerous times.
Do not put the car on jackstands, the supension was not designed to float. I would suggest doing a search on this topic, it has come up numerous times.
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Re: corvette in the winter (HittinD.Apex)
I would suggest putting it on jackstands so the tires don't flatspot,
Do not put the car on jackstands, the supension was not designed to float. I would suggest doing a search on this topic, it has come up numerous times.
It's called sarcasm. :rolleyes:
Do not put the car on jackstands, the supension was not designed to float. I would suggest doing a search on this topic, it has come up numerous times.
It's called sarcasm. :rolleyes:
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Re: corvette in the winter (bac22)
I think if it's on a jack long enough to do an oil change that's too long. Drive that sucker!!!! I almost went into withdrawls when I had my trans apart. It took almost a week to get it back together because of waiting for parts. I drive mine ALL the time........it's my only car.......... I run it in the snow too. I have even been entertaining the thought of visiting my Dad in Maine during Christmas break ....... so I could see some real snow..... :lol:
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Re: corvette in the winter (bac22)
Ya, except there are a lot on the forum who think you should put your car on jacks during the winter. Probably the same one's who think you need to change your oil every 3000 miles :crazy: .
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Re: corvette in the winter (1985calcorvette)
I drive Vette when it rains, it is not problem at all. Snow and ice is not nice to drive.. I used to drive on winter with Camaro, but not with Vette. I did crash camaro two times course it was very slippery.. Not going to drive with Vette when there is ice and snow on streets. This winter .. It was really cold.. -10C or more.. but roads where dry.. It was nice to drive.. atleast I notice that heater works good.. :) I wait for spring.. When sun shines and snow melts .. And hit the street again.. :D
By the way Countrygirl pic always gets smile on my face.. She is cute.. :)
By the way Countrygirl pic always gets smile on my face.. She is cute.. :)