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cool story bro. when you start paying for someone else's toys then you can wax on about what they should do with them. i just don't understand why people are obsessed with giving their opinions on things that are none of their concern
Welcome to Internet posting boards. People who's opinions nobody cares about in real life have an outlet where they actually think they can shoot off their mouth about things that are none of their business. Like an old lady sticking her nose into everyone's business.
For long winter pampering luxurious storage, I recommend:
1. Battery maintainer
2. Air conditioner (if your heating system does not have humidity controller)
3. Car cover (if your garage is old & dusty - otherwise no need)
4. Garage exhaust hose (for idle warmup - in case the snow outside is too thick for 30-40 min drive).
5. Water vapor does get buildup in concrete - especially during rainy season. But in the winter the air is usually very dry and vaporized quickly, so I wouldn't worry much. You can always cover the concrete under the car with cheap cut-out 120L plastic bag (PP bag) - you'll just need 3 of these. Or, go with expensive options by buying 3 Porsche picnic blankets (I think around $100 each) from suncoast as it has waterproof underneath.
cool story bro. when you start paying for someone else's toys then you can wax on about what they should do with them. i just don't understand why people are obsessed with giving their opinions on things that are none of their concern
I just don't understand why people are obsessed with people giving their opinions in the first place. I get not driving something every day, but mothballing a 991 just doesn't compute to me, that's all.
I just don't understand why people are obsessed with people giving their opinions in the first place. I get not driving something every day, but mothballing a 991 just doesn't compute to me, that's all.
World peace bro.
ok heres a picture of my winters...
bottom line, like OP, i'm storing my car over the winter because i worked my *** off to buy this car and i want it to outlast me. if it was a lease only THEN would i understand driving it...
Ordered these too. Overkill? Maybe. Better than risking permanent flat spots. Yes, sometimes they do happen. Also doing 10psi over.
They are hard foam ramps. Trying them out tomorrow. I don't want to keep having to roll the car every couple weeks. Also storing your car in an above freezing garage is also highly recommended for the fluids, etc.
Ordered these too. Overkill? Maybe. Better than risking permanent flat spots. Yes, sometimes they do happen. Also doing 10psi over. They are hard foam ramps. Trying them out tomorrow. I don't want to keep having to roll the car every couple weeks. <br/><br/>Storing your car in an above freezing garage is also highly recommended for the fluids, etc..
Sorry. Waste of good money. And your owner's manual says 50 psi ( not 10 over) and move the car a few inches every month. Flatspotting is so over hyped. Over inflate. Hand roll the car a little. And no issues.
Sorry. Waste of good money. And your owner's manual says 50 psi ( not 10 over) and move the car a few inches every month. Flatspotting is so over hyped. Over inflate. Move the roll the car a little. And no issues. Sent from my iPhone using Rennlist
36/44 is the normal. I'll check it out. Thanks.
The car is being stored in a high end storage garage and not my home. They unfortunately don't have guys to roll the car, and I don't plan on visiting the car until spring.
Better than 2K in new tires is the way I see it. Like I said, probably overkill but it can't hurt.
You probably don't approve of my 100 octane Sonoco unleaded race fuel I tried yesterday at $7.00/gallon. The difference in performance and how much better the car responds is amazing. Wanted to store it with that and see if there was a difference. I'm telling you, I'm sold.
The car is being stored in a high end storage garage and not my home. They unfortunately don't have guys to roll the car, and I don't plan on visiting the car until spring.
Better than 2K in new tires is the way I see it. Like I said, probably overkill but it can't hurt.
You probably don't approve of my 100 octane Sonoco unleaded race fuel I tried yesterday at $7.00/gallon. The difference in performance and how much better the car responds is amazing. Wanted to store it with that and see if there was a difference. I'm telling you, I'm sold.
I use 99 octane all the time and I agree about the difference.
Can I use one of the 12V sockets for the battery tender, or do I need to connect it directly to the battery terminals?
I'm reading conflicting opinions on gas additives. Any further thoughts?
FYI - here is my typical commute from last winter, and this was a nice day:
The Porsche one plugs right into the passenger side footwell into the 12v connector. Perfect.
Have only heard great things about Sta-Bil for the fuel and is the go to product. I bought the Marine version which is fine for cars. I read that and even called the company to confirm. A little stronger version of the regular stuff, and better for ethanol. All their products are for ethanol now I believe as well.
To all my winter storage friends, and to the critical year round crowd, my lovely driving companion has found her home for the winter. She's in good company and will have many new friends and stories to share.
My GT Silver C2S making new friends. Being stored at a friends garage.
First time owner, getting ready to put the car to bed for the winter. I have a heated single car garage cleaned out and ready to go.
My tentative plan:
Buy a nice cover for the car. Any recommendations here? I have a 2014 991 C4S cabriolet.
CoverCraft Evolution 4 Custom Car Cover. We have used this brand of custom covers for years (early 1990s, if not before) for all of the Porsches and BMWs we have owned. Several of the cars were concours quality. <www.AutoAnything.com> has the best prices, and shipping is free. The cover is a custom fit for your Porsche, with mirror pockets.
Particulars and write up from site:
"Price:$177.01 - $200.61, shipping free.
At the apex of development, the Evolution 4 is a fully-evolved car cover. Created from a quartet of materials, the Evolution 4 offers impact resistance, a water barrier, breathability and a soft paint-pampering lining."
You will not go wrong with this type of cover. Type 2
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