The Sheriff Posted May 13, 2007 Report Share Posted May 13, 2007 I will be needing to find a place to store my car for the winter months. I live in Upstate New York where the winters can be brutal. I found a home that has a 2 stall detached garage which I can rent. It is in a secure safe area. Once it is put away for the winter I probably will not see it again until spring since it will not be plowed clear of snow. It also will not be heated. Does anyone know what must be done to the car prior to kissing it goodby for the winter. Can it sit on the tires? Does the battery need to be disconnected? Any input would be greatly appreciated. Thanks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
csm198 Posted May 13, 2007 Report Share Posted May 13, 2007 I will be needing to find a place to store my car for the winter months. I live in Upstate New York where the winters can be brutal. I found a home that has a 2 stall detached garage which I can rent. It is in a secure safe area. Once it is put away for the winter I probably will not see it again until spring since it will not be plowed clear of snow. It also will not be heated. Does anyone know what must be done to the car prior to kissing it goodby for the winter. Can it sit on the tires? Does the battery need to be disconnected? Any input would be greatly appreciated. Thanks. you might consider a beattery tender and put the car on jacks. Also changing the fluids is always a good idea. Do a searh for winterize your car you might find other suggestions jonathan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Sheriff Posted May 13, 2007 Author Report Share Posted May 13, 2007 you might consider a beattery tender and put the car on jacks. Also changing the fluids is always a good idea. Do a searh for winterize your car you might find other suggestions jonathan Thanks Jonathan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ilmor Posted May 13, 2007 Report Share Posted May 13, 2007 I'll be looking for a set of winter tires / wheels around November!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Sheriff Posted May 14, 2007 Author Report Share Posted May 14, 2007 I'll be looking for a set of winter tires / wheels around November!! Winter tires?...For storage? Or will you be driving yours through the winter? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ilmor Posted May 14, 2007 Report Share Posted May 14, 2007 Winter tires?...For storage? Or will you be driving yours through the winter? Sorry, I confused the topic w/ my too-brief response. Why I mean to say is that, in lieu of storing mine for the winter, I will be looking for a set of winter tires / wheels so I can drive mine during the winter when I need to. As for storing in the winter, I have had RV's, including motorhomes, which I have stored in the winters. They have always been fine as long as the tires are pumped up 2 or 3 lbs. over spec. and no fluids were left in them that could freeze. Its also a good idea to remove the battery and / or keep it on a "battery tender" during the winter (and check its electrolyte levels, unless maintenance free) during that time. Also, add a fuel stabilizer to the full gas tank (i.e., Stabil). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Webba Posted May 14, 2007 Report Share Posted May 14, 2007 I stored my o6 GT last winter in my garage and I didnt disconnect the battery. I had intended too but ran out of time and I was surprised it didnt kill the battery. There have been some issues with batteries dying from the active anti-theft when the car isnt used for only a few weeks. People have posted they went on vaca and when they returned to get heir car at the airport parking it was dead. I didnt have this issue. A battery tender would be a good idea though. I did put Stabil in the gas. I put a bottle in and then filled the tank completely. IMO my biggest concern if I were you would be where it is stored. Like you said winter is harsh up there and you guys got a ton of snow last winter. I would be concerned with the ability to get the snow off the garage roof it will be stored in. Sounds like no one visits the place in the winter and even though it is insured it would suck to show up and find the roof collapsed on her. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
timmyer Posted May 14, 2007 Report Share Posted May 14, 2007 Red Line......No need for storage, Move down here to Alabama. We'll cruise all winter..............LOL Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Sheriff Posted May 14, 2007 Author Report Share Posted May 14, 2007 Sorry, I confused the topic w/ my too-brief response. Why I mean to say is that, in lieu of storing mine for the winter, I will be looking for a set of winter tires / wheels so I can drive mine during the winter when I need to. As for storing in the winter, I have had RV's, including motorhomes, which I have stored in the winters. They have always been fine as long as the tires are pumped up 2 or 3 lbs. over spec. and no fluids were left in them that could freeze. Its also a good idea to remove the battery and / or keep it on a "battery tender" during the winter (and check its electrolyte levels, unless maintenance free) during that time. Thanks Ilmor I stored my o6 GT last winter in my garage and I didnt disconnect the battery. I had intended too but ran out of time and I was surprised it didnt kill the battery. There have been some issues with batteries dying from the active anti-theft when the car isnt used for only a few weeks. People have posted they went on vaca and when they returned to get heir car at the airport parking it was dead. I didnt have this issue. A battery tender would be a good idea though. I did put Stabil in the gas. I put a bottle in and then filled the tank completely. IMO my biggest concern if I were you would be where it is stored. Like you said winter is harsh up there and you guys got a ton of snow last winter. I would be concerned with the ability to get the snow off the garage roof it will be stored in. Sounds like no one visits the place in the winter and even though it is insured it would suck to show up and find the roof collapsed on her. Thanks Webba, I knew I didn't order the Active Anti Theft for a good reason. Red Line......No need for storage, Move down here to Alabama. We'll cruise all winter..............LOL Timmyer, Thanks for the invite. Do you have room in your home for my wife, mother-in-law, and 6 children. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
timmyer Posted May 14, 2007 Report Share Posted May 14, 2007 Sorry, but the answer would have to be NO.............LOL Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
64peter Posted May 15, 2007 Report Share Posted May 15, 2007 I will be needing to find a place to store my car for the winter months. I live in Upstate New York where the winters can be brutal. I found a home that has a 2 stall detached garage which I can rent. It is in a secure safe area. Once it is put away for the winter I probably will not see it again until spring since it will not be plowed clear of snow. It also will not be heated. Does anyone know what must be done to the car prior to kissing it goodby for the winter. Can it sit on the tires? Does the battery need to be disconnected? Any input would be greatly appreciated. Thanks. Hi. If the garage has power I would consider getting a Car Capsule. Go to thier web site for more info... it is like a bubble for your car. I live in Connecticut and will be storing my SGT(which I don't have yet) in a Car Capsule from Nov thru April as I do not want my SGT exposed to the tons of sand/salt they dump all winter. The capsule will prevent condensation due to temp swings and keep critters and dust out. It has a fan and filter which blows the bubble up and continuosly exchanges the air inside...all for about $400. Good luck, 64peter Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Sheriff Posted May 15, 2007 Author Report Share Posted May 15, 2007 Hi. If the garage has power I would consider getting a Car Capsule. Go to thier web site for more info... it is like a bubble for your car. I live in Connecticut and will be storing my SGT(which I don't have yet) in a Car Capsule from Nov thru April as I do not want my SGT exposed to the tons of sand/salt they dump all winter. The capsule will prevent condensation due to temp swings and keep critters and dust out. It has a fan and filter which blows the bubble up and continuosly exchanges the air inside...all for about $400. Good luck, 64peter Thanks Peter....I will look into the Car Capsule. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1965coupe Posted May 15, 2007 Report Share Posted May 15, 2007 Thanks Peter....I will look into the Car Capsule. I will second the Car Capsule. I have had one for almost two years, for the '65. My main reason for buying was because of all the dust in our area.. The entire set-up works extremely well. Best 400 bucks you can spend to protect a car. :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oilman Posted May 15, 2007 Report Share Posted May 15, 2007 I will be needing to find a place to store my car for the winter months. I live in Upstate New York where the winters can be brutal. I found a home that has a 2 stall detached garage which I can rent. It is in a secure safe area. Once it is put away for the winter I probably will not see it again until spring since it will not be plowed clear of snow. It also will not be heated. Does anyone know what must be done to the car prior to kissing it goodby for the winter. Can it sit on the tires? Does the battery need to be disconnected? Any input would be greatly appreciated. Thanks. All the previous suggestions are right on. I have stored many cars in the Upstate NY area, mostly unheated facility. As our winters are rather long, if the garage has power than the battery tender is well worth it, the battery will usually not hold it's charge for the 4-6 months. If no power, I'd remove battery and store at home on tender. The tires are not a problem, usually develop a small flat spot, but will round out in a few miles. I've never put up on jacks. It is also recommended to change oil and fluids prior to putting it up. Full tank of gas, which will not be a problem sitting for 4-6 months, it's shelf life is much more than that. Depending on where garage is, very rural, totally unattended, unwanted critters could be a problem. Has also been suggested to park it on some sort of cover if on concrete, helps prevent moisture. The car capsule sounds like a good idea, but then again you need power and where my cars are there is no power. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stump_breaker Posted May 16, 2007 Report Share Posted May 16, 2007 Red Line......No need for storage, Move down here to Alabama. We'll cruise all winter..............LOL What is this win-ter of which you speak? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Sheriff Posted May 16, 2007 Author Report Share Posted May 16, 2007 All the previous suggestions are right on. I have stored many cars in the Upstate NY area, mostly unheated facility. As our winters are rather long, if the garage has power than the battery tender is well worth it, the battery will usually not hold it's charge for the 4-6 months. If no power, I'd remove battery and store at home on tender. The tires are not a problem, usually develop a small flat spot, but will round out in a few miles. I've never put up on jacks. It is also recommended to change oil and fluids prior to putting it up. Full tank of gas, which will not be a problem sitting for 4-6 months, it's shelf life is much more than that. Depending on where garage is, very rural, totally unattended, unwanted critters could be a problem. Has also been suggested to park it on some sort of cover if on concrete, helps prevent moisture. The car capsule sounds like a good idea, but then again you need power and where my cars are there is no power. Thanks for the input oilman. What is this win-ter of which you speak? Ah the hell with it....I've decided to order a nice set of studded snow tires from SAI and drive it through the winter. Thanks for everyone's help. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Webba Posted May 16, 2007 Report Share Posted May 16, 2007 Red line are you seriously going to drive it through the winter? And the car bubble sounds awesome to move your wife, 6 kids, and mother-in-law into!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
timmyer Posted May 16, 2007 Report Share Posted May 16, 2007 What is this win-ter of which you speak? Guess I should have said " cruise during the non-summer months".................LOL Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SGT1171 Posted May 16, 2007 Report Share Posted May 16, 2007 I live in Western New York and will store the SGT 5 or 6 months in the winter. Have a great place to store it in a brand new steel building with a clean (2 year old) concrete floor. My biggest worry is mice or squirrel's. Does anyone have experience in preventing these rodents from doing damage. I've seen what they can do to headliners, etc., and it can be bad. I'd heard that moth balls work, but not first hand. I'm sure there are some experienced collectors here that have had success. (As a side bar, just remembered a friend who has had a '65 GT 350 in storage since 1970. Mice destroyed the interior). Thanks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stump_breaker Posted May 16, 2007 Report Share Posted May 16, 2007 I'd heard that moth balls work, but not first hand. Moth balls do work. I also throw them around and under the house to keep the snakes away as well.... Naphthalene stinks though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SGT1171 Posted May 16, 2007 Report Share Posted May 16, 2007 Thanks. Do you thinkm it wise to put a bowl (each) in the trunk, passenger comartment, and engine compartment? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Sheriff Posted May 16, 2007 Author Report Share Posted May 16, 2007 Red line are you seriously going to drive it through the winter? And the car bubble sounds awesome to move your wife, 6 kids, and mother-in-law into!! Webba....I was just kidding about driving it in the winter ( I mean non summer months ). I have decided to ship it back to SAI in October for some mods. That way I am assurred it will be there at least till Spring. I look at it like free winter storage. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oilman Posted May 16, 2007 Report Share Posted May 16, 2007 I live in Western New York and will store the SGT 5 or 6 months in the winter. Have a great place to store it in a brand new steel building with a clean (2 year old) concrete floor. My biggest worry is mice or squirrel's. Does anyone have experience in preventing these rodents from doing damage. I've seen what they can do to headliners, etc., and it can be bad. I'd heard that moth balls work, but not first hand. I'm sure there are some experienced collectors here that have had success. (As a side bar, just remembered a friend who has had a '65 GT 350 in storage since 1970. Mice destroyed the interior). Thanks. I've stored cars in a structure just as you described, have never had problems with critters entering. This usually occurs in wooden garages, the metal buildings are pretty safe as they can't chew into them like the wooden garages. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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