How To Prep For WInter Storage
11-01-2005, 08:12 AM
#31
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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
>
11-01-2005, 08:40 AM
#32
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Re: How To Prep For WInter Storage
Take a page from anyone who has classic cars and store them for the winter.
Rust proof your vehicle (Rustcheck, Krown, Ziebart etc.)
Change the oil
fill the tank with gas, add stabilizer
fog the engine with storage spray
Place one container of moth ***** on the front floor (poke small holes in
the lid)
Place one container of silica on the back floor (to remove moisture, again
poke small holes in the lid)
hang a new airfreashner on the mirror (cuts the smell of moth *****
wash and apply a good coat of wax to vehicle
lastly cover with a good breathable car cover
If you want you can place vehicle on jack stands to prevent the tires from
going square
Snow...
"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
>
Rust proof your vehicle (Rustcheck, Krown, Ziebart etc.)
Change the oil
fill the tank with gas, add stabilizer
fog the engine with storage spray
Place one container of moth ***** on the front floor (poke small holes in
the lid)
Place one container of silica on the back floor (to remove moisture, again
poke small holes in the lid)
hang a new airfreashner on the mirror (cuts the smell of moth *****
wash and apply a good coat of wax to vehicle
lastly cover with a good breathable car cover
If you want you can place vehicle on jack stands to prevent the tires from
going square
Snow...
"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
>
11-01-2005, 08:40 AM
#33
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Posts: n/a
Re: How To Prep For WInter Storage
Take a page from anyone who has classic cars and store them for the winter.
Rust proof your vehicle (Rustcheck, Krown, Ziebart etc.)
Change the oil
fill the tank with gas, add stabilizer
fog the engine with storage spray
Place one container of moth ***** on the front floor (poke small holes in
the lid)
Place one container of silica on the back floor (to remove moisture, again
poke small holes in the lid)
hang a new airfreashner on the mirror (cuts the smell of moth *****
wash and apply a good coat of wax to vehicle
lastly cover with a good breathable car cover
If you want you can place vehicle on jack stands to prevent the tires from
going square
Snow...
"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
>
Rust proof your vehicle (Rustcheck, Krown, Ziebart etc.)
Change the oil
fill the tank with gas, add stabilizer
fog the engine with storage spray
Place one container of moth ***** on the front floor (poke small holes in
the lid)
Place one container of silica on the back floor (to remove moisture, again
poke small holes in the lid)
hang a new airfreashner on the mirror (cuts the smell of moth *****
wash and apply a good coat of wax to vehicle
lastly cover with a good breathable car cover
If you want you can place vehicle on jack stands to prevent the tires from
going square
Snow...
"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
>
11-01-2005, 08:40 AM
#34
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Posts: n/a
Re: How To Prep For WInter Storage
Take a page from anyone who has classic cars and store them for the winter.
Rust proof your vehicle (Rustcheck, Krown, Ziebart etc.)
Change the oil
fill the tank with gas, add stabilizer
fog the engine with storage spray
Place one container of moth ***** on the front floor (poke small holes in
the lid)
Place one container of silica on the back floor (to remove moisture, again
poke small holes in the lid)
hang a new airfreashner on the mirror (cuts the smell of moth *****
wash and apply a good coat of wax to vehicle
lastly cover with a good breathable car cover
If you want you can place vehicle on jack stands to prevent the tires from
going square
Snow...
"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
>
Rust proof your vehicle (Rustcheck, Krown, Ziebart etc.)
Change the oil
fill the tank with gas, add stabilizer
fog the engine with storage spray
Place one container of moth ***** on the front floor (poke small holes in
the lid)
Place one container of silica on the back floor (to remove moisture, again
poke small holes in the lid)
hang a new airfreashner on the mirror (cuts the smell of moth *****
wash and apply a good coat of wax to vehicle
lastly cover with a good breathable car cover
If you want you can place vehicle on jack stands to prevent the tires from
going square
Snow...
"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
>
11-01-2005, 09:08 AM
#35
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Re: How To Prep For WInter Storage
This is a heck of a lot of trouble, when all you have to do, is move to the
southwest, and put the car inside out of the sun. ;o)
Earle
"Snow" <snowbal@sympatico.ca> wrote in message
news:TeK9f.3840$J14.207258@news20.bellglobal.com.. .
> Take a page from anyone who has classic cars and store them for the
winter.
> Rust proof your vehicle (Rustcheck, Krown, Ziebart etc.)
> Change the oil
> fill the tank with gas, add stabilizer
> fog the engine with storage spray
> Place one container of moth ***** on the front floor (poke small holes in
> the lid)
> Place one container of silica on the back floor (to remove moisture, again
> poke small holes in the lid)
> hang a new airfreashner on the mirror (cuts the smell of moth *****
> wash and apply a good coat of wax to vehicle
> lastly cover with a good breathable car cover
>
> If you want you can place vehicle on jack stands to prevent the tires from
> going square
>
> Snow...
>
>
> "Jack-Jack" <alpath@sbcglobal.net> wrote in message
> news:1130720743.884527.86990@g47g2000cwa.googlegro ups.com...
> > After toiling away on my new CJ this fall I plan on storing it for the
> > winter in my unheated garage.
> >
> > Winters are way to harsh around here SALT SALT SALT on the roads. The
> > 1st thing the boys @ Trailquest said "DON'T DRIVE IN THE SNOW"
> >
> > I have zero rust and intent to keep it that way. Oh yeah I have no to
> > either...brrrrrrr
> >
> > So what do I need to do...drain gas or full tank, disconnect batt, use
> > stabil.
> >
> > I have never stored a car and have no clue.
> >
> > Thanks
> >
>
>
>
southwest, and put the car inside out of the sun. ;o)
Earle
"Snow" <snowbal@sympatico.ca> wrote in message
news:TeK9f.3840$J14.207258@news20.bellglobal.com.. .
> Take a page from anyone who has classic cars and store them for the
winter.
> Rust proof your vehicle (Rustcheck, Krown, Ziebart etc.)
> Change the oil
> fill the tank with gas, add stabilizer
> fog the engine with storage spray
> Place one container of moth ***** on the front floor (poke small holes in
> the lid)
> Place one container of silica on the back floor (to remove moisture, again
> poke small holes in the lid)
> hang a new airfreashner on the mirror (cuts the smell of moth *****
> wash and apply a good coat of wax to vehicle
> lastly cover with a good breathable car cover
>
> If you want you can place vehicle on jack stands to prevent the tires from
> going square
>
> Snow...
>
>
> "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
> >
>
>
>
11-01-2005, 09:08 AM
#36
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Re: How To Prep For WInter Storage
This is a heck of a lot of trouble, when all you have to do, is move to the
southwest, and put the car inside out of the sun. ;o)
Earle
"Snow" <snowbal@sympatico.ca> wrote in message
news:TeK9f.3840$J14.207258@news20.bellglobal.com.. .
> Take a page from anyone who has classic cars and store them for the
winter.
> Rust proof your vehicle (Rustcheck, Krown, Ziebart etc.)
> Change the oil
> fill the tank with gas, add stabilizer
> fog the engine with storage spray
> Place one container of moth ***** on the front floor (poke small holes in
> the lid)
> Place one container of silica on the back floor (to remove moisture, again
> poke small holes in the lid)
> hang a new airfreashner on the mirror (cuts the smell of moth *****
> wash and apply a good coat of wax to vehicle
> lastly cover with a good breathable car cover
>
> If you want you can place vehicle on jack stands to prevent the tires from
> going square
>
> Snow...
>
>
> "Jack-Jack" <alpath@sbcglobal.net> wrote in message
> news:1130720743.884527.86990@g47g2000cwa.googlegro ups.com...
> > After toiling away on my new CJ this fall I plan on storing it for the
> > winter in my unheated garage.
> >
> > Winters are way to harsh around here SALT SALT SALT on the roads. The
> > 1st thing the boys @ Trailquest said "DON'T DRIVE IN THE SNOW"
> >
> > I have zero rust and intent to keep it that way. Oh yeah I have no to
> > either...brrrrrrr
> >
> > So what do I need to do...drain gas or full tank, disconnect batt, use
> > stabil.
> >
> > I have never stored a car and have no clue.
> >
> > Thanks
> >
>
>
>
southwest, and put the car inside out of the sun. ;o)
Earle
"Snow" <snowbal@sympatico.ca> wrote in message
news:TeK9f.3840$J14.207258@news20.bellglobal.com.. .
> Take a page from anyone who has classic cars and store them for the
winter.
> Rust proof your vehicle (Rustcheck, Krown, Ziebart etc.)
> Change the oil
> fill the tank with gas, add stabilizer
> fog the engine with storage spray
> Place one container of moth ***** on the front floor (poke small holes in
> the lid)
> Place one container of silica on the back floor (to remove moisture, again
> poke small holes in the lid)
> hang a new airfreashner on the mirror (cuts the smell of moth *****
> wash and apply a good coat of wax to vehicle
> lastly cover with a good breathable car cover
>
> If you want you can place vehicle on jack stands to prevent the tires from
> going square
>
> Snow...
>
>
> "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
> >
>
>
>
11-01-2005, 09:08 AM
#37
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Posts: n/a
Re: How To Prep For WInter Storage
This is a heck of a lot of trouble, when all you have to do, is move to the
southwest, and put the car inside out of the sun. ;o)
Earle
"Snow" <snowbal@sympatico.ca> wrote in message
news:TeK9f.3840$J14.207258@news20.bellglobal.com.. .
> Take a page from anyone who has classic cars and store them for the
winter.
> Rust proof your vehicle (Rustcheck, Krown, Ziebart etc.)
> Change the oil
> fill the tank with gas, add stabilizer
> fog the engine with storage spray
> Place one container of moth ***** on the front floor (poke small holes in
> the lid)
> Place one container of silica on the back floor (to remove moisture, again
> poke small holes in the lid)
> hang a new airfreashner on the mirror (cuts the smell of moth *****
> wash and apply a good coat of wax to vehicle
> lastly cover with a good breathable car cover
>
> If you want you can place vehicle on jack stands to prevent the tires from
> going square
>
> Snow...
>
>
> "Jack-Jack" <alpath@sbcglobal.net> wrote in message
> news:1130720743.884527.86990@g47g2000cwa.googlegro ups.com...
> > After toiling away on my new CJ this fall I plan on storing it for the
> > winter in my unheated garage.
> >
> > Winters are way to harsh around here SALT SALT SALT on the roads. The
> > 1st thing the boys @ Trailquest said "DON'T DRIVE IN THE SNOW"
> >
> > I have zero rust and intent to keep it that way. Oh yeah I have no to
> > either...brrrrrrr
> >
> > So what do I need to do...drain gas or full tank, disconnect batt, use
> > stabil.
> >
> > I have never stored a car and have no clue.
> >
> > Thanks
> >
>
>
>
southwest, and put the car inside out of the sun. ;o)
Earle
"Snow" <snowbal@sympatico.ca> wrote in message
news:TeK9f.3840$J14.207258@news20.bellglobal.com.. .
> Take a page from anyone who has classic cars and store them for the
winter.
> Rust proof your vehicle (Rustcheck, Krown, Ziebart etc.)
> Change the oil
> fill the tank with gas, add stabilizer
> fog the engine with storage spray
> Place one container of moth ***** on the front floor (poke small holes in
> the lid)
> Place one container of silica on the back floor (to remove moisture, again
> poke small holes in the lid)
> hang a new airfreashner on the mirror (cuts the smell of moth *****
> wash and apply a good coat of wax to vehicle
> lastly cover with a good breathable car cover
>
> If you want you can place vehicle on jack stands to prevent the tires from
> going square
>
> Snow...
>
>
> "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
> >
>
>
>
11-01-2005, 11:33 AM
#38
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Re: How To Prep For WInter Storage
I use the Fuel Stabilizer from POR-15. It works really well and my
cars fire right up after the winter. I also use it in my lawnmower
and tiller.
http://www.por15store.com/page/por15...TankSealers/FP
cars fire right up after the winter. I also use it in my lawnmower
and tiller.
http://www.por15store.com/page/por15...TankSealers/FP
11-01-2005, 11:33 AM
#39
Guest
Posts: n/a
Re: How To Prep For WInter Storage
I use the Fuel Stabilizer from POR-15. It works really well and my
cars fire right up after the winter. I also use it in my lawnmower
and tiller.
http://www.por15store.com/page/por15...TankSealers/FP
cars fire right up after the winter. I also use it in my lawnmower
and tiller.
http://www.por15store.com/page/por15...TankSealers/FP
11-01-2005, 11:33 AM
#40
Guest
Posts: n/a
Re: How To Prep For WInter Storage
I use the Fuel Stabilizer from POR-15. It works really well and my
cars fire right up after the winter. I also use it in my lawnmower
and tiller.
http://www.por15store.com/page/por15...TankSealers/FP
cars fire right up after the winter. I also use it in my lawnmower
and tiller.
http://www.por15store.com/page/por15...TankSealers/FP