996 winter storage
06-02-2018, 07:44 PM
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996 winter storage
Will winter storage damage the engine on my 996? It's my understanding, that 'garage queen' 996's have IMS bearing failures. I live in high country Colorado, it's not unusual for winter temp to drop down to -20 overnight. I'm really asking, if leaving the car garaged for three months will be a problem? I may be concerned with a problem that doesn't exist, as when I use 'search,' they refer to mice etc...
06-02-2018, 07:53 PM
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No. If properly maintained, prep'd, and stored. Three months is nothing.
06-02-2018, 08:17 PM
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06-03-2018, 10:10 AM
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As long as it’s stored properly, you will be fine. I might store it with a fresh oil change and fill up the tank and put some stabil in it. Don’t let any animals near it, and make sure you don’t have a humidity problem. Overfill the tires, and put a smart battery charger on it.
06-04-2018, 08:29 AM
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06-04-2018, 09:53 AM
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As long as it’s stored properly,
As long as it’s stored properly, you will be fine. I might store it with a fresh oil change and fill up the tank and put some stabil in it. Don’t let any animals near it, and make sure you don’t have a humidity problem. Overfill the tires, and put a smart battery charger on it.