Storing the Stealth

[Big_Mike]

Fellow members,

I was wondering if some of you could provide me with information on how to store a car before a restoring it. The amount of time my Stealth will sit is unknown, but is likely to be long term (a year or more). I have searched this website and haven't found any info on storing a car, despite all the restoration projects. An example of the info I am looking for is like putting the car on jack stands and removing the tires to prevent flat-spotting. Thanks!

[Turbo Beast]

Drain the gas, change coolant and oil. Unhook the battery. I have a de-humidifier in the car that gets drained every month but that depends on your climate

[CoopKill]

What he said, and protect the air box from mice.

[Big_Mike]

What he said, and protect the air box from mice.

Any suggestions about rodent protection? What works the best? I've heard about moth balls. Also considering a device called the "Mouse Blocker." Anyone ever use it before? Thanks!

[CoopKill]

Those ultra sonic gimmicks are a waste of money. There are videos out there where they put them to the test, and the mice just go about their business. Bait/Poison is my solution after all the damage to my RV. Traps work, but the baits tend to keep them away, and less maintenance once they gone!

[j2k4]

I put mine on jackstands and I made shields from 8" stove-pipe about 1 foot square with holes for the pedestals to pass through - the intent is to keep the little varmints from scaling the jack-stands for a meal of wiring, etc.

This in addition to all of the above.

[75blackray]

Agreed. Commercial grade exterior bait stations around the garage/building are the best for rodent prevention/control (check your farmer supply store).

[HLxDrummer]

If the car is on the ground, pump the tires up to their max PSI to prevent flat spotting.

I've actually heard to fill the tank and put in some Stabil. Maybe also spray some fogging oil in the engine. Battery tender on the battery. Crack the windows and keep the humidity low.

[Ange]

low temperature and no charge can kill batteries.

take the battery inside maintanance recharge it every other month or so.

[j2k4]

low temperature and no charge can kill batteries.

take the battery inside maintanance recharge it every other month or so.

Better yet, use a battery tender - if possible.