DP 08 GXP Posted October 6, 2010 Share Posted October 6, 2010 well this is the first time i get to put my car into storage for the winter...i found a nice winter beater for $500 lol....my question is what do i all need to do before i tuck her away for the winter? any and all input is appreciated! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DieselDude Posted October 6, 2010 Share Posted October 6, 2010 I would make sure the gas tank is full of gas so that condensation will not form in the tank. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
COBRA1993SVT Posted October 6, 2010 Share Posted October 6, 2010 Ive been storing my 93 Cobra for 7 years now. I fill the tank and add Stabil. I have it up on 4 jackstands so I dont flat spot the tires. I do disconnect the neg cable and charge the battery when I get ready to start it. Its covered with a California Car Cover and there are tire protectors on the rims and tires. Thats all I do and Ive never had any problems since Ive been doing it this way Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kornercarver Posted October 6, 2010 Share Posted October 6, 2010 I agree with COBRA1993SVT except for one detail. I would get a Battery Tender and use it to keep the battery at full charge rather than disconnecting the battery. I've had my OEM battery for over 7 years and keep it on a Battery Tender whenever the car will not be driven for 3 or 4 days. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chewy Posted October 6, 2010 Share Posted October 6, 2010 I agree with COBRA1993SVT except for one detail. I would get a Battery Tender and use it to keep the battery at full charge rather than disconnecting the battery. I've had my OEM battery for over 7 years and keep it on a Battery Tender whenever the car will not be driven for 3 or 4 days. +1 on the Deltran Battery Tender Jr! Been using them for YEARS on my truck and bikes... My '98 F150 4X4 has the original battery in it. I took delivery of it in September of '97 so it's 13 years old! Chris Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whiterp199 Posted October 6, 2010 Share Posted October 6, 2010 Get a battery tender. There are also drive on ramps that stop the tires from flat spotting. I believe they are made by race ramps. Where are the pics? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1anonly Posted October 6, 2010 Share Posted October 6, 2010 My Corvette is twelve years old and is stored for 5 months a year. First, I make sure it is spotless. Second, the gas tank is full to prevent the fuel pump from rusting. I do not use any Stabil. I tried it in one of my motorcycles and it missed up the injectors. I park my car in a barn with a dirt floor, so I place plywood under the car. The plywood will suck the moisture out of the ground and prevent rust of my frame. The plywood started as 3/8", now it's about 5/8". I don't use jack stands because I have Run Flat tires and the wheels do not flat spot. Then I pull the battery and place it in my basement on a wooden shelf and put a battery tender on it. Before I close the doors I place three moisture absorbing bags in the car. And finally put my cover on it. I have never had a problem in 12 years. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris@Adams Posted October 6, 2010 Share Posted October 6, 2010 Sta-bil and Battery Tender is a must! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DP 08 GXP Posted October 6, 2010 Author Share Posted October 6, 2010 ok looks like ill be getting the battery tender..it looks like their is a regular tender and a jr.....any advantage to either one or doesnt it matter? i plan on giving it a nice wash and clay before i store it along with a coat of MSW....i will also use the stabilin a full tank...i also am changing the oil because it needs it and i heard its a good idea to get fresh oil in there...i use amsoil but i was thinking of using a cheaper synthetic while its stored and drain it in the spring and put amsoil back in...i should be alright with the cheaper synthetic while its stored right? would i be able to get away without putting the car up on jacks or the race ramps if i up the psi on the tires and check them every so often? it is goin to be stored in the back of my father in laws building so it will get pretty chilly in there....i will also use the product to keep moisture out and maybe some moth balls to keep any criters out....i will probably also go the cheap route with some microfiber blankets sewn together to keep it covered....anything im missing? thanks again everyone! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kornercarver Posted October 7, 2010 Share Posted October 7, 2010 I have the Battery Tender Jr and it works great. If there is a Batteries Plus store in your area, they usually stock the Battery Tenders. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IowaEmt1991 Posted October 7, 2010 Share Posted October 7, 2010 FInally storing the Pontiac When I store mine it goes on jackstands to save the crappy suspension lol, also throw on a couple coats of americana. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whiterp199 Posted October 7, 2010 Share Posted October 7, 2010 You will be fine with the cheaper oil. Just saty with synthetic and you will be good. Sent from my DROIDX using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DP 08 GXP Posted October 7, 2010 Author Share Posted October 7, 2010 yeah i finally get to store her...she deserves it lol....the ground isnt very level so that is why i dont wanna put it on jackstands.....im thinkin of just upping the psi's on the tires and keeping an eye on them? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rich Posted October 7, 2010 Share Posted October 7, 2010 ok looks like ill be getting the battery tender..it looks like their is a regular tender and a jr.....any advantage to either one or doesnt it matter? i plan on giving it a nice wash and clay before i store it along with a coat of MSW....i will also use the stabilin a full tank...i also am changing the oil because it needs it and i heard its a good idea to get fresh oil in there...i use amsoil but i was thinking of using a cheaper synthetic while its stored and drain it in the spring and put amsoil back in...i should be alright with the cheaper synthetic while its stored right? would i be able to get away without putting the car up on jacks or the race ramps if i up the psi on the tires and check them every so often? it is goin to be stored in the back of my father in laws building so it will get pretty chilly in there....i will also use the product to keep moisture out and maybe some moth balls to keep any criters out....i will probably also go the cheap route with some microfiber blankets sewn together to keep it covered....anything im missing? thanks again everyone! I always get the oil changed before winter. No need to change it again in the spring. I use the Royal Purple. Fill up the gas tank. Then I give my car a good detail. Then I put a bounce sheet inside the car. Later on I'll add one to the motor and one in each tail pipe (keeps out mice). Skip the mothballs. You can also put a tennis ball in each tailpipe if mice tend to be where you store your car. You can also put the Bounce sheets under the car for mouse protection too. Then I lay down a rubber floor. I use the large rubbler blocks that snap together (like in a kindergarten room) and put down Race Ramps. The rubber floor keeps the moisture from the cement from coming up into the car and the race ramps prevent flat spots. You can get them at Lowes. I have a collector friend who puts nitrogen in his tires in the winter. Haven't tried it myself yet, but am considering it. Supposedly keeps the rubber from drying out. Park the car on the race ramps, add the bounce sheets, hook up my little battery tender, close the hood, cover her up and tell her goodnight. Oh, and I also don't start her up till I uncover her in the spring. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DP 08 GXP Posted October 7, 2010 Author Share Posted October 7, 2010 thanks for the info Rich....im hopin to figure out what to do besides the race ramps cuz those are a lil pricey and i doubt the fiance would approve that purchase lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rich Posted October 7, 2010 Share Posted October 7, 2010 thanks for the info Rich....im hopin to figure out what to do besides the race ramps cuz those are a lil pricey and i doubt the fiance would approve that purchase lol Just get some of those rubber blocks. Even if you only put down one layer to cover entirely underneath the car. I used them for years before I got the ramps. I'd stay away from the jack idea though. Some guys swear by it, but I know too many guys that have had problems like the jacks slipping during the winter to bent axles. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DP 08 GXP Posted October 7, 2010 Author Share Posted October 7, 2010 Just get some of those rubber blocks. Even if you only put down one layer to cover entirely underneath the car. I used them for years before I got the ramps. I'd stay away from the jack idea though. Some guys swear by it, but I know too many guys that have had problems like the jacks slipping during the winter to bent axles. that was my biggest concern....thanks again for the help Rich and everyone! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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