Storing a car

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Volkster85Z
Posts: 8
Joined: Sat Nov 02, 2019 1:17 pm
Car: 1985 Nissan 300zx

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Is there a recommended unit to attach to your battery when storing it for 3-4 months.
Any other tips for storing a vehicle (other than covering it). New to this.

Much appreciated !


itsa300zx
Posts: 1286
Joined: Sun May 31, 2009 9:39 am
Car: 1990 300zx NA W/TT swap
2011 Nissan Rogue S
2008 Highlander SR5
Location: up North

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I would not be too concerned about 3-4 months. I have stored mine on a yearly basis for 6-7 months each winter; for the past 26 years. Here is what I do:

Wash, allow to dry and cover
Fresh oil and filter
Fresh fuel with Stabil
Sometimes I remove the battery and charge it every couple months with a noico charger
Fresh coolant and brake fluid every 4th year
Over inflate the tires to Max tire rating (if I do not have them off for other maintenance).

Volkster85Z
Posts: 8
Joined: Sat Nov 02, 2019 1:17 pm
Car: 1985 Nissan 300zx

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Short winters in Vancouver.
Thanks for the tips!

schoolingthree
Posts: 14
Joined: Fri Oct 25, 2019 7:49 am
Car: 1987 300zx base ttop

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i always just hook up a battery maintainer . you can get them a Harbor Freight for about $10


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