The Best Winter Vehicle Storage Tips |
Posted: August 14, 2018 |
Some parts of the United States are best known for the heavy snows and extreme temperatures that persist from December- March of every year, and sometimes, they snows fall right into the spring months. If you own a classic or seasonal car, such harsh winter weather conditions can do a lot of harm to your car, which requires you to consider the vehicle storage options available to you in your area when that car is not in use.
However, before storing your car during the winter season, there are some important steps you must take to make sure your car's safety is guaranteed and enhanced while the car is in storage for a long period of time. It may help to discuss with your car dealer to help you know the best and most suitable storage plans for your car model. Here are a few tips to help you keep your car in better conditions as it sits in storage for a prolonged period of time during winter:
Leaving remnants of things like tree saps, salts, dirt and all others can damage your car paint if left on the car body while it sits in a storage facility for months. To ensure your car's exterior looks as fresh as new when it comes out of storage several months down the line, make sure you wash the car well, and apply some coated wax to the body of the car for enhanced protection. It is also helpful to ensure you vacuum clean out the whole car interiors to prevent any odors from forming in there.
Some car owners believe that car covers are only important for outdoor storage, but this is an erroneous belief. You can make use of a breathable, clean clothe to cover the car to make sure no dust can gather on the car's body while it is in storage.
Some used oil are known to contain certain contaminants that are capable of breaking down your car engine if left in the car for a long period of time. You can prevent this from happening by changing the oil and the oil filter before leaving your car in a vehicle storage facility.
While there are debates and varying opinions on whether to fill up your car's fuel tank before leaving it in a storage facility or not, make sure you have a fuel stabilizer no matter the quantity of fuel you decide to leave in the car while it is in storage. A good stabilizer will ensure the fuel does not break down after an extended period of time.
Just like the fuel issue, there are varying and conflicting opinions on how best to treat your car battery before leaving your car in a storage facility. Some sources suggest you hook up a battery tender, often referred to as a trickle charger. A battery tender will provide the battery with little charge that can keep it from discharging while in storage.
Some experts advice you remove your car battery entirely, but it is better to check with your car dealer to know which option is best for your car before you decide.
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