need winter storage recommendations
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Thanks to you all for the suggestions. I am a new owner (of an older 911 cab) and first post here. There is also another post about winter storage that was helpful. From all the suggestions, here is what I have done (and will do when the time is right):
1. Purchased ctek model 3300 charger-$54.03
2 Purchased ctek cig 'cable'-$10.23
3. Purchased 3/8" thick x 48" wide rubber mat (cut to 18"), then in half for $23? at Tractor Supply. Someone said Porsche mats go for $300.
4. Purchased Sta-bil 32oz gas additive-$13.99
5. Already have cover.
6. Set mouse traps and pellets, placing tin foil and SOS around garage door ends (someone told me they spent $1k to rewire from mice chewing up wires!) to keep critters out.
7. Will over inflate tires.
Did I forget anything?
Thanks,
TSU
1. Purchased ctek model 3300 charger-$54.03
2 Purchased ctek cig 'cable'-$10.23
3. Purchased 3/8" thick x 48" wide rubber mat (cut to 18"), then in half for $23? at Tractor Supply. Someone said Porsche mats go for $300.
4. Purchased Sta-bil 32oz gas additive-$13.99
5. Already have cover.
6. Set mouse traps and pellets, placing tin foil and SOS around garage door ends (someone told me they spent $1k to rewire from mice chewing up wires!) to keep critters out.
7. Will over inflate tires.
Did I forget anything?
Thanks,
TSU
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Thanks to you all for the suggestions. I am a new owner (of an older 911 cab) and first post here. There is also another post about winter storage that was helpful. From all the suggestions, here is what I have done (and will do when the time is right):
1. Purchased ctek model 3300 charger-$54.03
2 Purchased ctek cig 'cable'-$10.23
3. Purchased 3/8" thick x 48" wide rubber mat (cut to 18"), then in half for $23? at Tractor Supply. Someone said Porsche mats go for $300.
4. Purchased Sta-bil 32oz gas additive-$13.99
5. Already have cover.
6. Set mouse traps and pellets, placing tin foil and SOS around garage door ends (someone told me they spent $1k to rewire from mice chewing up wires!) to keep critters out.
7. Will over inflate tires.
Did I forget anything?
Thanks,
TSU
1. Purchased ctek model 3300 charger-$54.03
2 Purchased ctek cig 'cable'-$10.23
3. Purchased 3/8" thick x 48" wide rubber mat (cut to 18"), then in half for $23? at Tractor Supply. Someone said Porsche mats go for $300.
4. Purchased Sta-bil 32oz gas additive-$13.99
5. Already have cover.
6. Set mouse traps and pellets, placing tin foil and SOS around garage door ends (someone told me they spent $1k to rewire from mice chewing up wires!) to keep critters out.
7. Will over inflate tires.
Did I forget anything?
Thanks,
TSU
8. Suspend some of your insurance coverage to save $$
9. Secure car keys someplace safe....home safe.....safe deposit box
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Thanks lexvan.
Yes, I have USAA insurance (thanks to all who served with Veteran's day tomorrow) so can suspend until the time is right.
In our house, keys are always a problem! Will incorporate your recommendation.
Yes, I have USAA insurance (thanks to all who served with Veteran's day tomorrow) so can suspend until the time is right.
In our house, keys are always a problem! Will incorporate your recommendation.
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This is what I do to my 09 911 Winter storage
Fill with gas ( no additives )
Overinflate tires to 50lb
I remove the battery due to no electrical outlet to plug trickle charger in
Park tires on rubber matts
That's it. No Winter driving......short trips will not get the car to hot operating temps.
Fill with gas ( no additives )
Overinflate tires to 50lb
I remove the battery due to no electrical outlet to plug trickle charger in
Park tires on rubber matts
That's it. No Winter driving......short trips will not get the car to hot operating temps.
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I like winter. Skiing. Snow shoeing. Ice skating. Ice fishing. Snowmobiling. Make a snowman. Build a fire. Drink hot cocoa.
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Has anyone used one of those CarCapsule's? Would keep the mice and dust out? And you would know if a mouse chewed into it, by the leaking air.
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Thanks to you all for the suggestions. I am a new owner (of an older 911 cab) and first post here. There is also another post about winter storage that was helpful. From all the suggestions, here is what I have done (and will do when the time is right):
1. Purchased ctek model 3300 charger-$54.03
2 Purchased ctek cig 'cable'-$10.23
3. Purchased 3/8" thick x 48" wide rubber mat (cut to 18"), then in half for $23? at Tractor Supply. Someone said Porsche mats go for $300.
4. Purchased Sta-bil 32oz gas additive-$13.99
5. Already have cover.
6. Set mouse traps and pellets, placing tin foil and SOS around garage door ends (someone told me they spent $1k to rewire from mice chewing up wires!) to keep critters out.
7. Will over inflate tires.
Did I forget anything?
Thanks,
TSU
1. Purchased ctek model 3300 charger-$54.03
2 Purchased ctek cig 'cable'-$10.23
3. Purchased 3/8" thick x 48" wide rubber mat (cut to 18"), then in half for $23? at Tractor Supply. Someone said Porsche mats go for $300.
4. Purchased Sta-bil 32oz gas additive-$13.99
5. Already have cover.
6. Set mouse traps and pellets, placing tin foil and SOS around garage door ends (someone told me they spent $1k to rewire from mice chewing up wires!) to keep critters out.
7. Will over inflate tires.
Did I forget anything?
Thanks,
TSU