Great video thanks. I liked a couple of things I have been missing over the last few years. It’s a bit cumbersome, but I use some particle board and glue the pink panther foam insulation onto them, and drive the car onto it. Thought it would mitigate moisture issue. Love the passion for these amazing toy machines we own. I think those in the northern part of our hemisphere have a greater appreciation as it is like opening a gift every Spring!
Great list👍..How about checking your antifreeze protection level if it's not in a climate controlled garage, certain places can definitely get into double digit negatives.
Would you recommend pulling the plugs and misting some oil in the cylinders for more lubrication during initial startup in spring or is that overkill? Just to prevent wear on the piston rings
kingkobetha8th There’s a much easier way. See my video here: ua-cam.com/video/-sS-zAVVM48/v-deo.html. If you do the “GM flood procedure” you crank the engine and get the oil pressure up without starting it. Cheers!
other things to consider.....1. park your car on a plastic barrier. concrete wicks moisture from the ground then vents it inside. barrier keeps the bottom of the car from surface rust. 2. park your tires on a plastic barrier or cutting boards. Concrete pulls moisture from everywhere. It will either pull moisture from the ground, or from the tires that are parked on it. tires that are on bare concrete will dry rot sooner and tires are not cheap. 3. if you dont plan on staring your car several times through the winter, change the oil just before you park it. All the acid and byproducts that have accumulated in your oil over the summer will cause havoc with the bearings and metal surfaces. oil is cheap, change it.
Melissa Crozier Good feedback! I have since bought some small tire cradle ramps to keep the tires off the concrete. As for the oil, the acids and such will not cause any harm over the winter months. Over the course of 12 months our cars sit for 95% of their life. Oil is always sitting in the engine and pan. I like to change in the spring because I’d rather have fresh oil for the driving season. Cheers!
883Horze google corvette battery tender they have one that plugs into the cigarette lighter and you run the cord through one of the weep holes underneath the door I have one and it works great
Eman They are stock size rear 19x12 and one up size front 19x10. You can fit a bigger tire based on brand. I know some guys are running 345s in the rear and 285 to 295 front. And thanks for the comment!
I change it in the spring. No sense in doing it in the fall, and leaving perfectly good oil in the car over winter. I'd rather have 100% fresh oil when the driving season starts. Cheers.
Great video thanks. I liked a couple of things I have been missing over the last few years. It’s a bit cumbersome, but I use some particle board and glue the pink panther foam insulation onto them, and drive the car onto it. Thought it would mitigate moisture issue. Love the passion for these amazing toy machines we own. I think those in the northern part of our hemisphere have a greater appreciation as it is like opening a gift every Spring!
Cool Video!! I wish I found your video last winter. I will definitely be following these steps this year when I store my 2015 Z/28. 👍🏻👍🏻
Thank you very much for the helpful info. Putting my GT350 away for the first time tomorrow
Noah Heck Glad you found it helpful!
Agree with everything except filling the gas tank full. Now I used to do that but lately I learned it's best to leave it with a quarter tank or less.
Agreed. I’ve recently heard it’s best to keep it at 1/4 full or less.
Great list👍..How about checking your antifreeze protection level if it's not in a climate controlled garage, certain places can definitely get into double digit negatives.
Would you recommend pulling the plugs and misting some oil in the cylinders for more lubrication during initial startup in spring or is that overkill? Just to prevent wear on the piston rings
kingkobetha8th There’s a much easier way. See my video here: ua-cam.com/video/-sS-zAVVM48/v-deo.html. If you do the “GM flood procedure” you crank the engine and get the oil pressure up without starting it. Cheers!
Thanks for the video, very helpful!
other things to consider.....1. park your car on a plastic barrier. concrete wicks moisture from the ground then vents it inside. barrier keeps the bottom of the car from surface rust. 2. park your tires on a plastic barrier or cutting boards. Concrete pulls moisture from everywhere. It will either pull moisture from the ground, or from the tires that are parked on it. tires that are on bare concrete will dry rot sooner and tires are not cheap. 3. if you dont plan on staring your car several times through the winter, change the oil just before you park it. All the acid and byproducts that have accumulated in your oil over the summer will cause havoc with the bearings and metal surfaces. oil is cheap, change it.
Melissa Crozier Good feedback! I have since bought some small tire cradle ramps to keep the tires off the concrete. As for the oil, the acids and such will not cause any harm over the winter months. Over the course of 12 months our cars sit for 95% of their life. Oil is always sitting in the engine and pan. I like to change in the spring because I’d rather have fresh oil for the driving season. Cheers!
Kickin' some Hellcat's ass...lol.
Could you please make a tender installation video of the set up you got?
883Horze google corvette battery tender they have one that plugs into the cigarette lighter and you run the cord through one of the weep holes underneath the door I have one and it works great
I just park mine in the garage, disconnect the battery.
What size are the cf10 love how they look and can you fit a bigger tire ?
Eman They are stock size rear 19x12 and one up size front 19x10. You can fit a bigger tire based on brand. I know some guys are running 345s in the rear and 285 to 295 front. And thanks for the comment!
2023 update?
Can’t u put wood blocks under the tires ?
Elevated Performance Of course. Anything to keep the tires off very cold concrete.
Using a car cover outside long term is a terrible idea, it can rub on the paint in the wind and keep moisture inside the cover.
Agree. Mine is inside though. So not sure if this comment is directed at me?
Do you change your oil?
I change it in the spring. No sense in doing it in the fall, and leaving perfectly good oil in the car over winter. I'd rather have 100% fresh oil when the driving season starts. Cheers.