All great and real advice from Rich (finally!).
Shouldn't we add that when the final day comes, to ensure to leave the
handbrake OFF?
Also, someone else mentioned a while ago that they depress the clutch and
hold it in with a 2x4, or some suitable object. Hard on the springs, yes,
but I've seen a LOT of threads on how to disengage the clutch disc from the
flywheel too, so...maybe this is only for a LONG hiatus from the road. In
which case MOWOG will smite thee severely no matter what. It's a fact!
What's worse, clutch in or out? (I just go and fire her up every week or so,
round the block if it's dry, done)
Dan
73 B
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>As far as the original question for winter storage preparation - a few
>things come to mind:
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>1) Get the car up to temperature and do an oil change.
>2) Add fuel stabilizer and fill the tank to prevent condensation.
>3) Make sure you have a suitable mix of anti-freeze in the cooling system.
>This is also a good time to do a drain and flush.
>4) Disconnect the battery and charge it. If you have a trickle or float
>charger to keep it topped off - that's better, but don't leave it connected
>to the car as gremlins will find ways to excorcise the smoke from some of
>your Lucas components when you're not home to extinguish the flames. :)
>5) If you're lucky - you'll have garage space to keep it out of the
>elements. A cover to keep the dust down will save some clean-up in the
>spring. If you're unlucky - and have to store it outside - well - I'm not
>sure what covers are better - as I've been lucky. :)
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