Winter Engine Storage Tips

[cad]

x2 on using the radiator drain cocks on the side of the block. Not only is it convenient for storage prep, it is extremely helpful if you have to pull the intake or water pump, ie 0 mess.

Clark

[phillip wigington]

grea tip on sealing up the collectors on hedders especially if you run a fenderwell exit hedder and if you dont run mufflers! because any moisture will find its way back up to the heads and rust the valves. also on regular carbs drain the fuel bowls to prevent gumming up . after using a good quality fuel additive and running motor.(stabill) i was once told its a good idea to put slick's in large plastic garbage bags and spray down with a non silicone based lubricant to prevent sidewall dry out and store them flat not standing up to prevent flat spots.

[njk53]

Be careful using 100% antifreeze in cold climates. Pure antfreeze is only good to +9 deg F (-13 deg C). Always use a 50/50 mix. When it comes to antifreeze more is not better.

[treessavoy]

All good ideas but to prevent critters I just lock my dog in the car for two months and he eats all critters.......note: be sure you have a new interior ready for the next season................there's gotta be a better way but I'll figure it out.......someday!

JimR

[Jim Cimarolli]

I prefer the Bounce sheets over moth balls for the interior. I used them one year on a car and I can still smell those darn things even after I removed all of the seats, aired them out, and replaced all of the floor covering in the car, it was stifling.

[njk53]

Locking the dog in the car for a couple of months to eat the critters is a good idea but, probably wouldn't smell so good in the spring LOL.