Storage advice needed..

[Legnum Boy]

Finally got my baby running sweet and now I am going to store her for a while.
Two reasons for this are, a) Cost - as always and 2) To stop the miles growing too fast. :-D

As I don't have the luxury of a heated garage, the car will be sat on a driveway braving the elements.
I will be getting a good quality, full body cover. Is there anything else that I should consider?
I will be taking it out for a run every other week, but its daily usage will cease until next summer. (this should be ample time for the future modifications I have planned)
All advise welcomed.

[Physician]

Finally got my baby running sweet and now I am going to store her for a while.
All advise welcomed.

Only one point I can think of - but if it's going to be run every few weeks it's not so important. Put handbrake OFF as they are known to seize up (on any car left standing).

[Legnum Boy]

Yeah, I read this.
Also gunna be sure to give it a good clean prior to each storage session and keep an eye on tyre pressures.

Might even treat the car to some waxoyl as well.. :-D

[Kieran]

Did this with my old ford escort some time ago.... Obviously a car pushing 20 years old needs different care than a relatively new Legnum, but this is what I did...

Make sure the car cover you buy is a breathable one, otherwise you'll have problems with condensation.

Remove the battery from the car and keep it plugged into a trickle charger/conditioner - otherwise, the plates wll sulphate up and you'll have a useless battery!

Maybe consider changing the oil just before it's put into storage too - if you're only starting every so often, fresh oil will get around the engine better, and it won't be full of crap.

[simpsonm]

Don't tyres go egg shaped if left stood for extreme lengths of time?

[Legnum Boy]

and keep an eye on tyre pressures.


If I were not going to use the car at all during the winter, I would certainly consider putting her on axle stands.