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Thrillz · 11-19-2009, 05:43 AM

I have a quick question anyone know what type of windshield washer fluid they use at the factory?

Phil Oliver · 11-19-2009, 07:35 AM

The most important thing before storing your car is to change the oil!

canadian ss · 11-19-2009, 11:01 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Thrillz

I have a quick question anyone know what type of windshield washer fluid they use at the factory?

Opti-kleen of course.

CanadianCamaro · 11-20-2009, 07:19 AM

I think that this is more a matter of opinion. If it works for you, do it. I did not change the oil. Primary reason? Just what Kenny said. Today's synthetics are a lot different then yesterday's oils. Either way I don't think it's a huge concern. Certainly not mandatory. Especially when the post-break-in change interval is so long.

Regarding starting it - I feel no need unless you didn't put much/any stabilizer in the fuel. Again, matter of opinion. Personally I can't start mine. Battery is right out of the car and the car is sealed inside the car bag. I won't be opening that until next spring.

Blocking it - I debated on this one. I decided in the end to block it. However I didn't not put it completely in the air. I figure I took approximately 50% of the load off the tires/suspension. Again, figured it couldn't hurt.

I took pictures prior to putting her away and I'll take pictures/video when I get her out. Mainly b/c of the claims about the car bag and how she should come out just as clean as she went in. Supposedly even the rotors will still be shiny.

Now, have I stored a car before? No. I have experience from working with my father who stored C2 corvettes. And while it is different I have for years and years stored snowmobiles, ATVs and other small engine items (lawnmowers, snow blowers etc.). Sounds like simple stuff. But, if it's so simple then why is it that at least one of my neighbours come to me EVERY spring to get their lawnmower running properly b/c they didn't winterize it properly?

Anyway - that's my opinion.

RickRay · 11-20-2009, 07:48 AM

If it wasn`t mentioned before...Look at all the cars at the Dealers lot where the cars stay under snow all winter long...No oil change ; no Jacking the car; no carcovers; no start ups every week..etc; I agree with an oil change in spring.IMO

11-19-2009, 07:35 AM	#16
Phil Oliver Drives: 2010 SIM Camaro 1LT Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Lower Sackville, Nova Scotia, Canada Posts: 179	The most important thing before storing your car is to change the oil! __________________ SIM 1LT 19" polished rims. 2G1FF1EV8A9124407.

11-20-2009, 07:19 AM	#18
CanadianCamaro Drives: 2SS/RS IOM - A.K.A. DA ;) Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Ontario Canada Posts: 2,046	I think that this is more a matter of opinion. If it works for you, do it. I did not change the oil. Primary reason? Just what Kenny said. Today's synthetics are a lot different then yesterday's oils. Either way I don't think it's a huge concern. Certainly not mandatory. Especially when the post-break-in change interval is so long. Regarding starting it - I feel no need unless you didn't put much/any stabilizer in the fuel. Again, matter of opinion. Personally I can't start mine. Battery is right out of the car and the car is sealed inside the car bag. I won't be opening that until next spring. Blocking it - I debated on this one. I decided in the end to block it. However I didn't not put it completely in the air. I figure I took approximately 50% of the load off the tires/suspension. Again, figured it couldn't hurt. I took pictures prior to putting her away and I'll take pictures/video when I get her out. Mainly b/c of the claims about the car bag and how she should come out just as clean as she went in. Supposedly even the rotors will still be shiny. Now, have I stored a car before? No. I have experience from working with my father who stored C2 corvettes. And while it is different I have for years and years stored snowmobiles, ATVs and other small engine items (lawnmowers, snow blowers etc.). Sounds like simple stuff. But, if it's so simple then why is it that at least one of my neighbours come to me EVERY spring to get their lawnmower running properly b/c they didn't winterize it properly? Anyway - that's my opinion. __________________ "BBOMG - More than just a car show.... It's an experience!"

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11-19-2009, 05:43 AM	#15
Thrillz Drives: 2019 Dodge Daytona R/T Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Ontario Posts: 2,572	I have a quick question anyone know what type of windshield washer fluid they use at the factory?

11-20-2009, 07:48 AM	#19
RickRay INJACC Drives: 2010 CGM 2LT/RS AUTO Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Montreal (South Shore)Quebec, Canada Posts: 6,518 View My Garage	If it wasn`t mentioned before...Look at all the cars at the Dealers lot where the cars stay under snow all winter long...No oil change ; no Jacking the car; no carcovers; no start ups every week..etc; I agree with an oil change in spring.IMO