Re: [DML] Re: That time of year again (storage)

[mike.griese@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx]

I will disagree with Dave on one point - do not leave old oil in 
the crankcase.  The contaminants in used oil are not friendly to 
bearings.  Change oil before you put the car up.
--
Mike


-------------- Original message from "David Teitelbaum" : -------------- 

> 
> 
> 
> Jackstands are a good idea, just use them under the lower control arm 
> in the front and the rear bearing carrier in the back. The idea is to 
> try to maintain "Ride Height" so you don't put stress on the bushings. 
> You might want to use a small piece of plywood under each of the 
> jackstands so you don't damage the bottom of the Carcoon. As for fuel 
> I still recomend removing it all so you don't have to use fuel 
> stabilizers. I would add remove the battery and store in a heated area 
> on wood and trickle charge it once a month for 1 day. Save the oil 
> change for when you take it out of storage. Remove anything in the 
> garage that could fall on the car while in storage, it is a lot more 
> common than you might think, ask your insurance company about it. Keep 
> the insurance policy in a safe place other than the car. 
> David Teitelbaum 
> vin 10757 
> 

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