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Scott A. Rovito (Riv)
New member
Username: Riv
Post Number: 10
Registered: 9-2002
| | Posted on Tuesday, October 15, 2002 - 10:14 pm: | |
Thank you all for your input....this is certainly one steep learning curve but sure is fun.
Riv |
bruce wellington (Bws88tr)
Intermediate Member
Username: Bws88tr
Post Number: 1016
Registered: 4-2002
| | Posted on Sunday, October 13, 2002 - 5:02 am: | |
this is also my first year for my tr in the winter months here in nj,,,
i would probably treat my f-car the same way i treated my vettes in the winter..
will drive them all year round providing, no sand or salt on the roads, start them 1x a week at least, and also keep the gas tank full at all times to prevent a build up of water condensation in the tanks,,,and then pray for an early spring to arrive,,, |
Verell Boaen (Verell)
Member
Username: Verell
Post Number: 405
Registered: 5-2001
| | Posted on Saturday, October 12, 2002 - 11:43 pm: | |
You probably already started with an internet search for something like:
+winterize +car +storage
That's what I did a couple of years ago.
Here are some of the sites I bookmarked. The 1st 4-5 have the best info. There's a fair amount of overlap, but each has something unique
to contribute. Most of them still seem to be around:
http://www.thecorvettespecialist.com/winterstorage.htm
http://www.porschenet.com/winter.html
http://www.panteraplace.com/page132.htm
http://ca.autos.yahoo.com/010926/11/b0c9.html
http://www.nastyz28.com/2gcog/winter.html
http://www.salemboysauto.com/faqs/faq-41.htm
http://www.hitmantransam.com/
http://www.mame.mu.oz.au/salman/zstoring.html
http://www.caam.com/storagetips.asp
http://www.caam.com/storagetips_spring.asp
http://archives.gigo.com/crpl/2000-10/msg00143.html
http://www.carcarecouncil.org/fw01-stor.htm
http://www.scuderiaciriani.com/rx7/storing.html
http://www.carcareonline.com/car_cover.html
http://mocc.freeservers.com/winterstorage.htm
http://www.fourfold.org/LR_FAQ/Series/FAQ.S.winter.storage.html
BTW, don't believe the now obsolete recommendation against storing a battery on a concrete floor to avoid 'discharging' it. That goes back to the days of wooden battery frames around glass cells & the carbon black filled rubber cases that became more conductive when damp.
I was really surprised to see it in a couple of the sites for the more serious auto enthusiasts.
Sitting on concrete won't hurt a modern battery. However, if the battery isn't pretty new, it's a good idea to put it on some plastic to keep any acid that oozes out from etching the concrete. |
Bruno (Originalsinner)
Member
Username: Originalsinner
Post Number: 644
Registered: 5-2002
| | Posted on Saturday, October 12, 2002 - 4:05 pm: | |
The only thing that stops me in the N.E. is after they salt the roads heavy they are not the same until after a good spring rain.I hate slidding and grinding that crap under my cars.I usually stop driving after the first heavy snow. I do not winterize.I start cars 1x weekly let run til hot. |
Phil Bryson (Phildo)
New member
Username: Phildo
Post Number: 19
Registered: 8-2002
| | Posted on Saturday, October 12, 2002 - 12:38 pm: | |
I guess the adage of "location, location, location works for more than just real estate. I too am about to enter my first 'winter' with my '85 308QV but, here in Texas, it will become the primary driving time. Now gone are the 100 degree days which F-cars are simply not designed to deal with [nor was I designed that way!]. Instead I'll enjoy the 60-70 degree weather and improved performance that comes with it.
I hope you do have opportunity to drive your 308 this winter.... |
Mr. Doody (Doody)
Member
Username: Doody
Post Number: 513
Registered: 11-2001
| | Posted on Friday, October 11, 2002 - 7:37 pm: | |
any sage advice on this topic would be appreciated. yes, all things being equal, just drive it 12 months out of the year. however, i've lived in boston for more decades than i'd care to admit, and there are some winters where four wheel drive just isn't even enough - never mind a taking a freakin' ferrari out :-)
here's what i've done on my p-cars:
* over-inflate the tires. normal pressure is about 40 - they get pumped to 50. be very careful not to forget this and drive on them like that! someone here suggested a couple pieces of stacked carpeting under the wheels - i'm gonna try that one.
* gas stabilizer (like sta-bil). today's gasolines generally suck rocks. they can fall apart (chemically speaking) relatively quickly.
* battery tender. porsche makes a nice one that plugs into the wall, has a huge cord, and then plugs into the lighter. worked like a charm on my cars. anything similar for ferrari? same stuff? is the lighter socket wired likewise?
* cover. some sort of cover to keep the dust off the poor thing.
* try to seal the car up as best you can. the last thing you want is a family of mice moving into your exhaust system or engine.
* remember, moisture is generally not your friend. choose a storage location accordingly. i don't think a heated 70 degree garage is necessary, but i also wouldn't want it below freezing if you can help it - it won't help with plastics and rubbers getting brittle.
* many folks suggest some dessicant in the car to absorb interior moisture and keep it dry. i was never able to find any, so didn't do that.
my two pennies.
last year was the first time i did this big-time (for two 996s). never had a problem with either. one of them i drove fairly frequently 'cuz the weather was mild, but the other one rarely moved (maybe twice all winter?). turned over on the first click each time. no flat spotting. no fuel problems.
doody. |
djmonk (Davem)
Junior Member
Username: Davem
Post Number: 106
Registered: 1-2002
| | Posted on Friday, October 11, 2002 - 7:01 pm: | |
Last November i was looking at purchasing a Mondial from a dealer here in Connecticut. As the salesman sensed my reluctance he offered a 90 day warranty. I laughed an told him it was useless as winter was coming an i would not subject it to all the salt an sand.
Snowed a total of 3 inches on the Long Island where i live! Who knew. |
Frederick Thomas (Fred)
Member
Username: Fred
Post Number: 640
Registered: 2-2001
| | Posted on Friday, October 11, 2002 - 6:41 pm: | |
I live in Indianapolis and I drive my car during the winter weather permitting. I even drive it with the top out. Come Jan or Feb we will get a good snow where I won't be able to drive it for 3 weeks or a month. I just don't like it sitting in the garage all winter. I like to keep the car running for its sake and mine. If it is anything like last winter I will be able to drive it practically year round. |
Lawrence Coppari (Lawrence)
Member
Username: Lawrence
Post Number: 302
Registered: 4-2002
| | Posted on Friday, October 11, 2002 - 5:46 pm: | |
Stuff some old socks in the air intake for the oil cooler. Just make sure they are the same color as the Ferrari.
These things really don't like to sit around doing nothing. No car does. |
Barry Wolinsky (308gtb)
Member
Username: 308gtb
Post Number: 305
Registered: 2-2002
| | Posted on Friday, October 11, 2002 - 5:35 pm: | |
Scott,
If this winter is like the past several winters here in the Northeast, you should be able to drive your 308 frequently and not be concerned with snow. You'll find that your car will have more performance in the cold air. The only thing to the downside is that the engine and oil cooling systems are so efficient that you never really get up to temperature if it's less than 40 degrees.
Enjoy your 308 this winter.
Barry |
Lawrence Coppari (Lawrence)
Member
Username: Lawrence
Post Number: 295
Registered: 4-2002
| | Posted on Friday, October 11, 2002 - 10:57 am: | |
Rather than letting it sit without running all winter, why don't you drive it occasionally during the winter? Surely there are some dry days where the roads are clean. If you could drive it for 20 miles once every other week or so, that would be helpful. If you can do this, you should run your AC while you're driving it.
I've been away from New York too long to remember the winters there. |
Scott A. Rovito (Riv)
New member
Username: Riv
Post Number: 9
Registered: 9-2002
| | Posted on Friday, October 11, 2002 - 10:06 am: | |
I know it is a little early up here in the northeast but I would like to know what the steps are to take care of my red beauty as winter approaches, this is my first year. She is a 1982 308. I plan to drive her through the fall as weather permits. |