How To Prep For WInter Storage
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Re: How To Prep For WInter Storage
Stupendous Man wrote:
> > 4000 foot level, vicinity of Pollock Pines.
>
> Local. We have a couple of Jeepster guys there, and my wife used to live in
> Placerville.
> I ride with the Motherlode Rockcrawlers out of Jackson, they are more active
> than the Sonora MSG club.
Heh, I'll have to look you guys up next spring when I go out to see my
dad. He's in a home in Sonora, and I make it out there twice a year to
see him(just got back a couple of weeks ago).
Up to now, I've spent most of my spare time on those trips out there in
Jackson, sitting in the kitchen of a friend from the Harley newgroup,
drinking his beer.
Might be interesting to hook up and see some back country with you
guys(and maybe drink some of*your* beer<g>).
And yes, I *usually* bring more than I drink...
--
Old Crow
'82 FLTC-P "Pearl"
'95 Wrangler YJ
TOMKAT, SENS, BS#133, MAMBM, SLOB#13, DH#2
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Re: How To Prep For WInter Storage
Stupendous Man wrote:
> > 4000 foot level, vicinity of Pollock Pines.
>
> Local. We have a couple of Jeepster guys there, and my wife used to live in
> Placerville.
> I ride with the Motherlode Rockcrawlers out of Jackson, they are more active
> than the Sonora MSG club.
Heh, I'll have to look you guys up next spring when I go out to see my
dad. He's in a home in Sonora, and I make it out there twice a year to
see him(just got back a couple of weeks ago).
Up to now, I've spent most of my spare time on those trips out there in
Jackson, sitting in the kitchen of a friend from the Harley newgroup,
drinking his beer.
Might be interesting to hook up and see some back country with you
guys(and maybe drink some of*your* beer<g>).
And yes, I *usually* bring more than I drink...
--
Old Crow
'82 FLTC-P "Pearl"
'95 Wrangler YJ
TOMKAT, SENS, BS#133, MAMBM, SLOB#13, DH#2
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Re: How To Prep For WInter Storage
> Heh, I'll have to look you guys up next spring when I go out to see my
> dad. He's in a home in Sonora, and I make it out there twice a year to
> see him(just got back a couple of weeks ago).
> Up to now, I've spent most of my spare time on those trips out there in
> Jackson, sitting in the kitchen of a friend from the Harley newgroup,
> drinking his beer.
You are also welcome to forego the beer and sitting around, and do what
Honda riders do, go for a long ride over the pass, have lunch, and come back
over another pass, without stopping at any bike dealerships. Bring your dad,
if he's able.
We rode over Tioga pass a few weeks ago and then back over Sonora pass. It
won't be long before snow closes them for winter.
--
Stupendous Man,
Defender of Freedom, Advocate of Liberty
> dad. He's in a home in Sonora, and I make it out there twice a year to
> see him(just got back a couple of weeks ago).
> Up to now, I've spent most of my spare time on those trips out there in
> Jackson, sitting in the kitchen of a friend from the Harley newgroup,
> drinking his beer.
You are also welcome to forego the beer and sitting around, and do what
Honda riders do, go for a long ride over the pass, have lunch, and come back
over another pass, without stopping at any bike dealerships. Bring your dad,
if he's able.
We rode over Tioga pass a few weeks ago and then back over Sonora pass. It
won't be long before snow closes them for winter.
--
Stupendous Man,
Defender of Freedom, Advocate of Liberty
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Re: How To Prep For WInter Storage
> Heh, I'll have to look you guys up next spring when I go out to see my
> dad. He's in a home in Sonora, and I make it out there twice a year to
> see him(just got back a couple of weeks ago).
> Up to now, I've spent most of my spare time on those trips out there in
> Jackson, sitting in the kitchen of a friend from the Harley newgroup,
> drinking his beer.
You are also welcome to forego the beer and sitting around, and do what
Honda riders do, go for a long ride over the pass, have lunch, and come back
over another pass, without stopping at any bike dealerships. Bring your dad,
if he's able.
We rode over Tioga pass a few weeks ago and then back over Sonora pass. It
won't be long before snow closes them for winter.
--
Stupendous Man,
Defender of Freedom, Advocate of Liberty
> dad. He's in a home in Sonora, and I make it out there twice a year to
> see him(just got back a couple of weeks ago).
> Up to now, I've spent most of my spare time on those trips out there in
> Jackson, sitting in the kitchen of a friend from the Harley newgroup,
> drinking his beer.
You are also welcome to forego the beer and sitting around, and do what
Honda riders do, go for a long ride over the pass, have lunch, and come back
over another pass, without stopping at any bike dealerships. Bring your dad,
if he's able.
We rode over Tioga pass a few weeks ago and then back over Sonora pass. It
won't be long before snow closes them for winter.
--
Stupendous Man,
Defender of Freedom, Advocate of Liberty
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Re: How To Prep For WInter Storage
> Heh, I'll have to look you guys up next spring when I go out to see my
> dad. He's in a home in Sonora, and I make it out there twice a year to
> see him(just got back a couple of weeks ago).
> Up to now, I've spent most of my spare time on those trips out there in
> Jackson, sitting in the kitchen of a friend from the Harley newgroup,
> drinking his beer.
You are also welcome to forego the beer and sitting around, and do what
Honda riders do, go for a long ride over the pass, have lunch, and come back
over another pass, without stopping at any bike dealerships. Bring your dad,
if he's able.
We rode over Tioga pass a few weeks ago and then back over Sonora pass. It
won't be long before snow closes them for winter.
--
Stupendous Man,
Defender of Freedom, Advocate of Liberty
> dad. He's in a home in Sonora, and I make it out there twice a year to
> see him(just got back a couple of weeks ago).
> Up to now, I've spent most of my spare time on those trips out there in
> Jackson, sitting in the kitchen of a friend from the Harley newgroup,
> drinking his beer.
You are also welcome to forego the beer and sitting around, and do what
Honda riders do, go for a long ride over the pass, have lunch, and come back
over another pass, without stopping at any bike dealerships. Bring your dad,
if he's able.
We rode over Tioga pass a few weeks ago and then back over Sonora pass. It
won't be long before snow closes them for winter.
--
Stupendous Man,
Defender of Freedom, Advocate of Liberty
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Re: How To Prep For WInter Storage
Stupendous Man wrote:
> > Heh, I'll have to look you guys up next spring when I go out to see my
> > dad. He's in a home in Sonora, and I make it out there twice a year to
> > see him(just got back a couple of weeks ago).
> > Up to now, I've spent most of my spare time on those trips out there in
> > Jackson, sitting in the kitchen of a friend from the Harley newgroup,
> > drinking his beer.
>
> You are also welcome to forego the beer and sitting around, and do what
> Honda riders do, go for a long ride over the pass, have lunch, and come back
> over another pass, without stopping at any bike dealerships. Bring your dad,
> if he's able.
> We rode over Tioga pass a few weeks ago and then back over Sonora pass. It
> won't be long before snow closes them for winter.
Well, if I ever had my bike when I was out there, we wouldn't be
sitting in the kitchen drinking beer. RE's got a route that he likes
to ride that takes in the 4 northern most passes. Tioga, Sonora, and
whichever the next two north are. Unfortunalty, I'm usually in a
rental car because I fly out.
I wish Dad could go, but last year was the last time we could take him
out...he's 96 now and not in any shape to go anywhere, anymore. It's a
damn shame, too, because he used to really love getting off the roads
back up in the woods.
Next year(well actually, next month)we'll be back to where both of us
have vacation time(we both switched jobs within the last year). We've
been giving thought to bringing the bikes out and actually enjoying
some of the great riding out there.
--
Old Crow
'82 FLTC-P "Pearl"
'95 Wrangler YJ
TOMKAT, SENS, BS#133, MAMBM, SLOB#13, DH#2
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Re: How To Prep For WInter Storage
Stupendous Man wrote:
> > Heh, I'll have to look you guys up next spring when I go out to see my
> > dad. He's in a home in Sonora, and I make it out there twice a year to
> > see him(just got back a couple of weeks ago).
> > Up to now, I've spent most of my spare time on those trips out there in
> > Jackson, sitting in the kitchen of a friend from the Harley newgroup,
> > drinking his beer.
>
> You are also welcome to forego the beer and sitting around, and do what
> Honda riders do, go for a long ride over the pass, have lunch, and come back
> over another pass, without stopping at any bike dealerships. Bring your dad,
> if he's able.
> We rode over Tioga pass a few weeks ago and then back over Sonora pass. It
> won't be long before snow closes them for winter.
Well, if I ever had my bike when I was out there, we wouldn't be
sitting in the kitchen drinking beer. RE's got a route that he likes
to ride that takes in the 4 northern most passes. Tioga, Sonora, and
whichever the next two north are. Unfortunalty, I'm usually in a
rental car because I fly out.
I wish Dad could go, but last year was the last time we could take him
out...he's 96 now and not in any shape to go anywhere, anymore. It's a
damn shame, too, because he used to really love getting off the roads
back up in the woods.
Next year(well actually, next month)we'll be back to where both of us
have vacation time(we both switched jobs within the last year). We've
been giving thought to bringing the bikes out and actually enjoying
some of the great riding out there.
--
Old Crow
'82 FLTC-P "Pearl"
'95 Wrangler YJ
TOMKAT, SENS, BS#133, MAMBM, SLOB#13, DH#2
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Re: How To Prep For WInter Storage
Stupendous Man wrote:
> > Heh, I'll have to look you guys up next spring when I go out to see my
> > dad. He's in a home in Sonora, and I make it out there twice a year to
> > see him(just got back a couple of weeks ago).
> > Up to now, I've spent most of my spare time on those trips out there in
> > Jackson, sitting in the kitchen of a friend from the Harley newgroup,
> > drinking his beer.
>
> You are also welcome to forego the beer and sitting around, and do what
> Honda riders do, go for a long ride over the pass, have lunch, and come back
> over another pass, without stopping at any bike dealerships. Bring your dad,
> if he's able.
> We rode over Tioga pass a few weeks ago and then back over Sonora pass. It
> won't be long before snow closes them for winter.
Well, if I ever had my bike when I was out there, we wouldn't be
sitting in the kitchen drinking beer. RE's got a route that he likes
to ride that takes in the 4 northern most passes. Tioga, Sonora, and
whichever the next two north are. Unfortunalty, I'm usually in a
rental car because I fly out.
I wish Dad could go, but last year was the last time we could take him
out...he's 96 now and not in any shape to go anywhere, anymore. It's a
damn shame, too, because he used to really love getting off the roads
back up in the woods.
Next year(well actually, next month)we'll be back to where both of us
have vacation time(we both switched jobs within the last year). We've
been giving thought to bringing the bikes out and actually enjoying
some of the great riding out there.
--
Old Crow
'82 FLTC-P "Pearl"
'95 Wrangler YJ
TOMKAT, SENS, BS#133, MAMBM, SLOB#13, DH#2
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Re: How To Prep For WInter Storage
Up here in the Adirondacks, I also prefer not to drive my YJ in the snow, or
more specifically, on snowy roads covered with salt. I feel my Saturn FWD is
much better in the vast majority of conditions, and infinitely safer in a
collision. However, I will take it out on those days when it is cold and the
roads are dry - just to keep the battery charged, the tires round, and the
seals working. This isn't necessary, but I find it easier than winterizing &
storing it. As long as it is in your garage, why not use it when conditions
permit?
--
Dana
Port Kent, NY
2002 Saturn LW300
93 Jeep YJ - I4 - 125k mi.
90 Jeep XJ Ltd. - I6 - 145k mi.
---------------
95 Grand Cherokee Ltd.
91 Grand Wagoneer Ltd.
82 Cherokee 4dr
76 Cherokee 2dr
"Jack-Jack" <alpath@sbcglobal.net> wrote in message
news:1130720743.884527.86990@g47g2000cwa.googlegro ups.com...
> After toiling away on my new CJ this fall I plan on storing it for the
> winter in my unheated garage.
>
> Winters are way to harsh around here SALT SALT SALT on the roads. The
> 1st thing the boys @ Trailquest said "DON'T DRIVE IN THE SNOW"
>
> I have zero rust and intent to keep it that way. Oh yeah I have no to
> either...brrrrrrr
>
> So what do I need to do...drain gas or full tank, disconnect batt, use
> stabil.
>
> I have never stored a car and have no clue.
>
> Thanks
>
more specifically, on snowy roads covered with salt. I feel my Saturn FWD is
much better in the vast majority of conditions, and infinitely safer in a
collision. However, I will take it out on those days when it is cold and the
roads are dry - just to keep the battery charged, the tires round, and the
seals working. This isn't necessary, but I find it easier than winterizing &
storing it. As long as it is in your garage, why not use it when conditions
permit?
--
Dana
Port Kent, NY
2002 Saturn LW300
93 Jeep YJ - I4 - 125k mi.
90 Jeep XJ Ltd. - I6 - 145k mi.
---------------
95 Grand Cherokee Ltd.
91 Grand Wagoneer Ltd.
82 Cherokee 4dr
76 Cherokee 2dr
"Jack-Jack" <alpath@sbcglobal.net> wrote in message
news:1130720743.884527.86990@g47g2000cwa.googlegro ups.com...
> After toiling away on my new CJ this fall I plan on storing it for the
> winter in my unheated garage.
>
> Winters are way to harsh around here SALT SALT SALT on the roads. The
> 1st thing the boys @ Trailquest said "DON'T DRIVE IN THE SNOW"
>
> I have zero rust and intent to keep it that way. Oh yeah I have no to
> either...brrrrrrr
>
> So what do I need to do...drain gas or full tank, disconnect batt, use
> stabil.
>
> I have never stored a car and have no clue.
>
> Thanks
>
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Re: How To Prep For WInter Storage
Up here in the Adirondacks, I also prefer not to drive my YJ in the snow, or
more specifically, on snowy roads covered with salt. I feel my Saturn FWD is
much better in the vast majority of conditions, and infinitely safer in a
collision. However, I will take it out on those days when it is cold and the
roads are dry - just to keep the battery charged, the tires round, and the
seals working. This isn't necessary, but I find it easier than winterizing &
storing it. As long as it is in your garage, why not use it when conditions
permit?
--
Dana
Port Kent, NY
2002 Saturn LW300
93 Jeep YJ - I4 - 125k mi.
90 Jeep XJ Ltd. - I6 - 145k mi.
---------------
95 Grand Cherokee Ltd.
91 Grand Wagoneer Ltd.
82 Cherokee 4dr
76 Cherokee 2dr
"Jack-Jack" <alpath@sbcglobal.net> wrote in message
news:1130720743.884527.86990@g47g2000cwa.googlegro ups.com...
> After toiling away on my new CJ this fall I plan on storing it for the
> winter in my unheated garage.
>
> Winters are way to harsh around here SALT SALT SALT on the roads. The
> 1st thing the boys @ Trailquest said "DON'T DRIVE IN THE SNOW"
>
> I have zero rust and intent to keep it that way. Oh yeah I have no to
> either...brrrrrrr
>
> So what do I need to do...drain gas or full tank, disconnect batt, use
> stabil.
>
> I have never stored a car and have no clue.
>
> Thanks
>
more specifically, on snowy roads covered with salt. I feel my Saturn FWD is
much better in the vast majority of conditions, and infinitely safer in a
collision. However, I will take it out on those days when it is cold and the
roads are dry - just to keep the battery charged, the tires round, and the
seals working. This isn't necessary, but I find it easier than winterizing &
storing it. As long as it is in your garage, why not use it when conditions
permit?
--
Dana
Port Kent, NY
2002 Saturn LW300
93 Jeep YJ - I4 - 125k mi.
90 Jeep XJ Ltd. - I6 - 145k mi.
---------------
95 Grand Cherokee Ltd.
91 Grand Wagoneer Ltd.
82 Cherokee 4dr
76 Cherokee 2dr
"Jack-Jack" <alpath@sbcglobal.net> wrote in message
news:1130720743.884527.86990@g47g2000cwa.googlegro ups.com...
> After toiling away on my new CJ this fall I plan on storing it for the
> winter in my unheated garage.
>
> Winters are way to harsh around here SALT SALT SALT on the roads. The
> 1st thing the boys @ Trailquest said "DON'T DRIVE IN THE SNOW"
>
> I have zero rust and intent to keep it that way. Oh yeah I have no to
> either...brrrrrrr
>
> So what do I need to do...drain gas or full tank, disconnect batt, use
> stabil.
>
> I have never stored a car and have no clue.
>
> Thanks
>