dionphaneuf

Storing my 993 for winter for the first time. Any particular tips for the 993? Here is what i had in mind:
Wash it, wax it, oil change, max psi in tires, leave the parking brake off, and fill it up then add some fuel stabilizer. I'm going to cover it and then put some dryer sheets on the interior and stuff some steel wool in the exhaust.

Some good advice on this other thread, but wanted to see if there was some 993 specific tricks/tips out there.

http://flatsixes.com/advise/maintena...-your-porsche/

dionphaneuf

Wrong link; meant this one:
https://rennlist.com/forums/928-foru...ing-928-a.html

2Many Cars

Sounds good but put the fuel stabilizer in and then fill the tank, not the other way around. Filling the tank mixes in the stabilizer. Also, if you're storing it in a humid garage consider plugging in a dehumidifier and/or putting some air dryer containers inside the car.

95_993

Good list so far. I also wrap the air inlets for heater boxes underneath with aluminum foil and put a rubber band around them. Keeps any critters from finding there way in. A good dose of leather conditioner on the seats is always good.

I also put it on a trickle charger/battery tender.

ble2011

Here are the steps I do each winter. Hasn't failed me yet.
1-Fill gas tank.
2-Change oil and both filters.
3-Wash the vehicle.
4-Put Battery Tender on the battery.
5-Pull the DME relay.
6-Cover and place in the CarCapsule. I use this to make sure no mice or other creatures get into it plus with the other vehicles that park next to it in the winter dropping snow on the floor, keeps the humidity out. Best $400 I spent.

In the spring, crank over until oil pressure rises, then install the DME back and your good to go.

Quadcammer

LOL. Dude. You cover it and put this thing on? No kill like overkill I guess.

I drive my car occasionally in winter, but I put the car in the garage, put the ctek on it, and let it sit there. Hasn't fallen apart yet.

OP, Your original list plus a battery tender sounds fine.

_snowbird_

+993 for the moisture absorber! Even in a garage, moisture can be present and cause problems.

Dryer sheets are intended to mask a musty smell, but a moisture absorber will prevent the musty smell (or in worse cases, surface mold) from forming in the first place. I use Dry Z Air (or a similar product) in the cabin, and one in the frunk. But if you want your car to smell like a dryer sheet, why not always keep some in there? But don't leave dryer sheets directly on your seats or carpets - they can leave a "oily spot" if left in the same place for extended periods.

You don't need to over inflate the tires. Modern tires won't deform like the old days.

G/L!

aclark133

This made me lol

chsu74

Especially when winter weather is drier compared to other seasons..

jibmaster1

Is that bubble boy under there lol?! Time capsule?? That's great man. I live in the PNW, so we get plenty of 50 degree days to go "blow the cobwebs out". I still put Stabil in the fuel when I park my Porsches in the garage in the Winter however. And, if longer than a few weeks I throw the Battery tender on them too. 5psi more pressure in the tires. Or you could go drive it or at least go start it up for 5 mins. Unless it's in a bubble

rlme36

Disagree, the sumi's deform after just sitting a week without being used. I inflate to 50-55psi. all other tires not on a car I deflate to 10lbs or so, old race rubber trick, no idea if it works, but it hasn't failed me either.

I do like the bubble idea. "why yes my car has a condom" I mean how isn't that funny to say

Quadcammer

dont do that.

Johnny_law

^^ +993

You start it you run it! Get it hot.

Condensation kills.

Johnny

Emo993

I'm lucky to have a heated garage. But under the cover i leave my doors and front hood ajar (first lach). This keeps door seals relaxed for good fit when in use. Also raise wiper blades off windshield with old shocks under blade arms (blades last longer). Put on some good music and relax......Mark

vincer77

Sorry, it will be a loonngg winter w/o the 993. I get depressed when I can't put the top down, much less not drive it!