posted 09-02-2002 09:39 AM                  

Here's the plan:

Attached garage, no heat, concrete floor. Kat will have about 300 miles on it.

Wash and wax, top up but not latched. Full gas tank. Change the oil (Mobil 1, 5W30), Mopar cover on.

1) Should I place moth balls, rodent bait or a small fan under the car?

2) How often should I start it during the winter? For how long?

3) Should I move the car, even if it's a few feet, to shift the position of the tires?

4) other advice?

Thanks, gang!

Kevin

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2002 Inca Gold
"Stock, cocked and ready to rock!"

posted 09-02-2002 10:14 AM                  

1. I do put moth balls in my car.
2. I do not start my car at all during the winter, but I do attach a "Battery Tender" to automatically trickle charge the battery as necessary.
3. Since I don't start the car, I don't move the tires.

posted 09-02-2002 10:16 AM                  

I would suggest you bag it, CJ is the bag expert

Battery tender on battery

Do a search for winter storage and you should see all the tips from the past 2 winter storage threads

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Larry & Sue Mayes

posted 09-02-2002 10:29 AM                  

This I my opinion for Michigan!

Dave

posted 09-02-2002 10:53 AM                  

quote:

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Originally posted by ALLEY CAT:
...I'd suggest moving to Arizona and driving the cat 345 days per year!

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If you make to AZ, why not continue for 6 more hours until you hit the beach. Arizona PDs are hunting and serving warrants for AC's Prowler gangs. Especially at IN-OUT BURGERS...

posted 09-02-2002 09:39 PM                  

Kevin............From one of my previous posts: Here is the link to the company that sells the CarJacket and the dessicant tubes:

http://www.carbag.com/

We chose this type of bag because it is our understanding that the fan-inflated bubbles circulate available air that has high relative humidity. Those bags are generally clear and allow any ultra-violet light to penetrate. Our research indicates that the translucent CarJacket, along with the 20lbs. of dessicant (the bag comes with 10 lbs.) is the optimal solution. The darkness and inert atmosphere in the bag work especially well. We find that the 20lbs. from the beginning of Fall storage weighs 30 lbs. when we "let the cat out of the bag" in the Spring! That means approximately 1 1/2 gallons of water was removed from the controlled atmosphere!

The dessicant can be re-used by drying it in the oven just before re-use. It comes with instructions on how to do that.

Also keep in mind that if you use one of these fan-inflated bags to store your car for the winter and it is in your daily garage......any moisture and/or snow that is dropping off your other vehicles as they are parked in the garage is also being circulated by this fan into the bubble where your car is stored.

Of course, this is a matter of choice and this is just our opinion based on our extensive research.

This is the third winter for our CarJacket and my cat is just as good as new. I know that other people store their cats for the winter without any of these bags and say they have not had any problems. We prefer to not take any chances, but then we store it in our daily garage!!

We also know of another source here in Michigan that is a authorized dealer for the bags and will sell them to the Prowler Owners at a discount. Email me if you are interested.

In addition, following is the link for the Battery Tenders that we purchased. There are many different kinds, being sold everywhere, but this is the best deal we found anywhere! They are usually sold retail for approx. $59.95. As you wil; see when you click on the link that they sell theirs for $33.95. It is the one with the Order #01991.

http://www.accwhse.com/batteryt.htm

Here is the procedure we follow every year:

I'm in Michigan also, and here is my procedure for storing the cat:

We fill the cat with gas, adding fuel stabilizer at the gas station - drive the cat back to ensure the stabilizer reaches throughout the fuel system. Full tank of gas minimizes the amount of air in the tank, minimizing oxidation of the fuel.

We use battery tenders because they monitor battery voltage, only charging to maintain a full charge, never overcharging. Battery Tender just released a permanent bleed for the battery and with a cap to protect the connector. Also change the oil and filter before storing it. Air the tires to the maximum pressure on the sidewall, making sure to remember to lower them to the recommended levels in the Spring.

In our climate, cold winter, high humidity, stored in a garage that is used daily, we elect to bag the car. There are many types of bags. The best solution is a black plastic bag and large quantities of dessicant in the bag to remove all moisture within the inert atmosphere. When the car is removed, it is absolutely as clean as the day it was put away with the engine starting faster than I would care to have.

posted 09-03-2002 09:47 AM                  

quote:

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Originally posted by ALLEY CAT:
Burnze - Winter storage? Is this a new term? I'd suggest moving to Arizona and driving the cat 345 days per year!

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posted 09-03-2002 02:13 PM                  

But perhaps his math skills are about as sharp as Fixumm's spelling talents?!

Kevin

posted 09-03-2002 03:15 PM                  

quote:

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Originally posted by ALLEY CAT:
OK guys, your answer - Phx Chamber of Commerce says it rains 20 days per year,,,,,,cats hate water,,,,,,345 days of nice driving time with no rain.

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posted 09-03-2002 04:04 PM                  

Why the heck put it away? Put skis on the front, studded tires on the back, a little plow on the nose and you could go out anytime you wish

Ahhhhhhhhhhhhhh, California... I guess we just don't understand

posted 09-03-2002 09:06 PM                  

(lol)

Kevin

posted 09-05-2002 08:09 AM                  

However, I do have different "winter" suggestion...

While your Cat is hibernating, I want to invite you to join us for the POA Winter National Event, Prowlin' the Seas, February 2003 in the Caribbean.

When you return from paradise all tanned and refreshed in March it will be time to wake you Cat up and resume your favorite Prowlin' activities.

For more information regarding this POA Event, please give Lynn & Ben a call @ 888 522 7447 ASAP and reserve your place as an "Official" Prowlin' the Seas Participant.

Hope this suggestion will help you and your Cat tolerate those cold winter months.

posted 09-05-2002 09:14 PM                  

Moparmania: Your information never occured to me. Now I'm heavily leaning toward NOT putting it up on blocks, but inflating to approximately 44 psi (the Max recommended by Goodyear) and leaving it on the floor. On a tarp, using a CarJacket and Battery Tender as previously suggested.

CJ: Get back to me, please, regarding the CarJacket...I sent you an e-mail.

Everyone: I appreciate your wisdom and advice.

A/C: I appreciate your...................

(Hang on, I'm thinking!)

Kevin