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Andro · 11-08-2009, 11:43 PM

Winter storage whats that? Lol.

gtwss · 11-09-2009, 12:04 AM

[QUOTE=OUR72GTO;1146255]The engine will crank ( spreading oil and pressurizing the system ) but the engine will not fire when the DIC says hood open.

Then, if the car needs a jump start.....

ddunerider · 11-09-2009, 12:19 AM

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Winter storage whats that? Lol.

Thats not nice....

Got to love california!!

CynAgain · 11-09-2009, 10:37 AM

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I am going to use a trickle solar charger that keeps the battery up.
Put jack stands under it and get the weight off the tires.

DO NOT go out every month and start it up. When you do restart it, crank it over a few times with the hood up to spread some Oil ( it will not start) Then lower the hood and let her rip.

Just curious- what is the significance of the raised hood?...

The engine will crank ( spreading oil and pressurizing the system ) but the engine will not fire when the DIC says hood open.

On my 72 we keep our foot off the gas pedal for a couple of 10 to 12 second cranks.

When you start it in the spring be prepared to get it to normal temp and stay there for a while.

Like Cosby said.........BURN THE GUNK OUT!!!!

oooo, good info! I was wondering that too

now I know I need a vacation. ugh

ffrcobra_65 · 11-09-2009, 10:42 AM

If you like driving in nice weather and getting to enjoy you cars almost all year round, move to CA! That is of course if you won't mind the quakes, arrogant drivers, expensive cost of living, tree hugging, and smog.

KMPrenger · 11-09-2009, 11:32 AM

I just did the first oil change on my 1LT/RS over the weekend and I was able to start up and move my car a few feet with the hood open and I'm pretty positive the DIC said "hood open".

Banshee · 11-09-2009, 11:36 AM

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Why dont you just put some string or rope and the emergency release trunk handle and run it to the front of the car from the back seat and just pull it to open the trunk, just an idea it might take a little bit of time but you should get it.

The pass through from the back seat into the trunk, pull trunk release handle..

Voila!

MLL67RSSS · 11-09-2009, 12:00 PM

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Why is it bad to start your car every month? Im just asking because i want to store my car right since shes my baby

Not good idea with more modern cars with closed crankcase/PCV systems. As the engine warms/cools any condensation/moisture that occurs inside the crankcase will tend to be trapped and build up in the oil if it only sits idling since the PCV valve is almost closed at idle. Only during accelaration/load and low vacuum does the valve open to circulate crankcase gases through the combustion chambers and burn off any moisture. So if you aren't going to drive it for a while at full operating temperatures, starting it and letting it sit idling will do more harm than good. When I store mine I put some nice fresh clean oil in it at leave it at that. Once or twice I may go out and bump the starter a little so it doesn't sit with the same intake/exhaust valves open all winter, but if I'm not going to drive it I don't start it. I also cover the intake and exhaust pipes to keep moisture and so forth out.

BeermanSS · 11-09-2009, 12:16 PM

so you really can't start this car with the hood up?

Embalmer · 11-09-2009, 12:25 PM

I plan to put her away for the winter...probably won't do much but throw some stabilizer in the gas and charge the battery every couple of weeks. Oh, and put a car cover on her. That's about it.... it works for the vette just fine...

FirstLSK · 11-09-2009, 12:30 PM

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so you really can't start this car with the hood up?

I started my car with the hood open yesterday -- in fact every time I change my oil I start it with the hood open.

I know several people that take Spring wake-up as an opportunity to pull the spark plugs to check the gap and clean them. If all of the spark plugs are out, your motor will turn over with the starter, stress-free (no stress even from compression).

A few others that I know use a little fogging oil when they are going to let their car sit for a while.

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ABM 2SS · 11-09-2009, 01:17 PM

I have a few questions about the battery tender. Do you leave the battery in the car and connect the battery tender? How do you run the extension cord to the battery tender, leave the trunk open a bit?

ssump29 · 11-09-2009, 01:22 PM

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1) Fill the gas tank to the top ( put gas stabilizer in for extended periods.)
this prevents moisture/rust in the tank.

2) Take the weight off the wheels ...your tires will thank you next spring.

3) Have fresh oil in it.

4) COLD thick oil takes longer to get to the cylinder walls...Cold starts are the hardest on any engine. Avoid unnecessary ones. This also adds condensation inside the engine and as the car will not get up to full normal operating temp this is not good.

5) On board drain is greater than previous GENS. Provide a battery tender or a regulated solar charger. I will not disconnect my battery.Too many settings will need to be put back in. Canadian Tire had them for 9.95 LY.

I agree with what he says thats why I start mine up twice a week while in storage and let it run for a full hour. If you do that you will have none of these problems.

1sickss · 11-09-2009, 01:27 PM

move south

11-08-2009, 11:43 PM	#29
Andro NOICE!!! ™ Drives: Force Fed 427 Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: GOT BOOST? Posts: 5,214 View My Garage	Winter storage whats that? Lol. __________________

11-09-2009, 12:04 AM	#30
gtwss Time To Hammer Down Drives: 2010 Camaro SS, 02 Monte Carlo SS Join Date: May 2009 Location: Michigan Posts: 5,534 View My Garage	[QUOTE=OUR72GTO;1146255]The engine will crank ( spreading oil and pressurizing the system ) but the engine will not fire when the DIC says hood open. Then, if the car needs a jump start..... __________________ 2SS, CGM, M6, Polished Wheels 6000 8/13/09

11-09-2009, 11:32 AM	#34
KMPrenger Drives: 16 Camaro SS, 15 Colorado Join Date: May 2009 Location: Jefferson City, Missouri Posts: 13,943	I just did the first oil change on my 1LT/RS over the weekend and I was able to start up and move my car a few feet with the hood open and I'm pretty positive the DIC said "hood open". __________________ 2016 Camaro 1SS - 8-speed - NPP - Black bowties 2010 Camaro 1LT V6 (Sold. I will miss her!)

11-09-2009, 12:16 PM	#37
BeermanSS Drives: 2005 Cobalt SS/SC Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Wilson, NY Posts: 214	so you really can't start this car with the hood up? __________________ Talan Pomeroy Sales and Leasing Consultant Keyser Cadillac 716-634-4100 talanpomeroy@aol.com

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