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Old 10-25-2018, 11:25 PM
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To keep out varmits turn off ventilation system, clean out gum, etc. out of car, stuff some towels in tail pipes, put some dryer sheets around the car/engine area (mice avoid these).
Also recommend driving the car after wash to shake out excess water.
Or better yet, enjoy car in Az...
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Old 10-25-2018, 11:28 PM
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Lower windows slightly before covering
Why?
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Old 10-26-2018, 03:22 AM
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Originally Posted by GTEE3
To keep out varmits turn off ventilation system, clean out gum, etc. out of car, stuff some towels in tail pipes, put some dryer sheets around the car/engine area (mice avoid these).
Also recommend driving the car after wash to shake out excess water.
Or better yet, enjoy car in Az...
Instead of stuffing towels in the tail pipes use steel wool. Varmints will eat right through the paper, but never the steel. Just don't forget to remove it in the spring! The steel wool also works wherever you think varmints may have access, but not near any electric stuff or interior.
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Old 10-26-2018, 08:22 AM
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Originally Posted by DannieK
Instead of stuffing towels in the tail pipes use steel wool. Varmints will eat right through the paper, but never the steel. Just don't forget to remove it in the spring! The steel wool also works wherever you think varmints may have access, but not near any electric stuff or interior.
It would be worth it to source stainless steel wool. No rust. Regular steel wool will not only rust, but any particles breaking off will leave rust marks.
Google is your friend here, plenty of suppliers.
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Originally Posted by Jimmy-D
- Lower windows slightly vefore covering
I store my cars with the windows closed, and the car locked. Also have a few pounds of desiccant bags scattered about. That's why the windows are closed.

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Originally Posted by LexVan
I store my cars with the windows closed, and the car locked. Also have a few pounds of desiccant bags scattered about. That's why the windows are closed.
I forgot where I once read that you should crack you windows but I really have no idea why it should matter. I think it is probably air circulation- no clue
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Old 10-26-2018, 04:32 PM
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Originally Posted by shapiroeric
Well not sure what people do in cold climates without heated storage.....not possible for me to store them at recommended temps....never had any issues on any of my cars.....
Glad to hear it. Have read the Michelin writeup. Live in a house that was built 36 years before Karl Benz invented the automobile -- no garage. Supersports did fine on prior car. Yes, Sport Cup 2s are next level...

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Old 10-26-2018, 04:34 PM
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Florida is never the answer......just say no
Come do Florida with us this winter :-)
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Since my car is arriving in December my plan is to fit my spare wheels with snow tires and store the factory wheels and tires in my dining room (this is now a thing as I have grown attached to my table supported by spare wheels). If I get a no snow no salt day, I will drive it around. On those days I usually spend the entire day and drive every car I have to keep them from sitting too much.
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