Winter Storage
Racer
Joined: Apr 2014
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From: Bright Indiana
There was a thread back in September dealing with this subject. It was a pretty thorough list of things to do. I don't know how to link a thread in my response, but I copied and pasted the link below.
If it doesn't work. just search in the C7 general discussion section and you should be able to find it.
https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums...winter+storage
If it doesn't work. just search in the C7 general discussion section and you should be able to find it.
https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums...winter+storage
Melting Slicks
Joined: Jun 2009
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From: . Wyoming .
There are countless threads on this topic with every kind of technique suggested. Use the search function, and note that there is nothing specific to the C7.
I do not store mine in the winter.
I do not store mine in the winter.
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Le Mans Master
Joined: Oct 2001
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From: Alaska
Wash wax and get a nice thick cover for it. If you want to use a battery tender, fine. If you don't, just disconnect the negative terminal.
Adding fuel stabilizer is a total waste as no one can show proof that it actually works.
I lived in Alaska for over 35 years where all the big toys stayed in storage for about 7 months each year and never used battery tricklers or stabilizer and had zero issues with any vehicle we owned.
Adding fuel stabilizer is a total waste as no one can show proof that it actually works.
I lived in Alaska for over 35 years where all the big toys stayed in storage for about 7 months each year and never used battery tricklers or stabilizer and had zero issues with any vehicle we owned.
Team Owner
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From: Rochester, NY
Full tank of gas, no additive necessary, beltran battery tender plus, pump tires up to 35lbs, oil change if you want to also not really necessary, cover it and hope it is a quick Winter.
Been doing this for 6 years and never had any issues.
Been doing this for 6 years and never had any issues.
Le Mans Master
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From: Brighton MI
Melting Slicks
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From: Richmond, BC, Canada
And if you want/need a good new car cover.....
https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums...9155506-a.html
https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums...9155506-a.html
Team Owner
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True, but usually only one-two a year or even one every 2 yrs. I'll take that over storing my vettes for months at a time!
Boy when we do get those storms, it's totally crippling, though! As you'd know since you lived here.
Racer
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From: Bright Indiana
Racer
Joined: Feb 2014
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From: Schaumburg IL
I live in Northern IL, and the winters here can be a real pain. While I do not drive it a lot, I take it out on days when there is no chance of snow or anything. I figure if I can get it out every few weeks, storing it is not necessary. Never had a problem doing this.
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From: Manheim Pennsylvania
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