A car, just like a human can begin to deteriorate if it sits for an extended period of time. All kinds of damage and deterioration can occur; the rubber components can dry rot, the vehicle upholstery can mildew, unprotected metal can rust and the engine can seize up. There are many things that can go wrong when your sports car or classic sits over the winter without any preparation, here are a few things that you should do when you consider car storage in Naperville.
Detail it: Give the car a good wash job, not just the visible surfaces but get up in the wheel wells and any other hidden areas which may have road grime. After the car has been thoroughly washed, wax it but do not remove the wax from the bright surfaces until it comes out of storage. Give the interior a good vacuuming and put a thin veneer of mineral oil on the rubber components.
The fluids: Once the vehicle is in car storage in Naperville drain the fluids, try to do this when the engine is warm, especially the oil. When the oil is warm and has been circulating it tends to pick up and emulsify the chemical contaminates.
Grease: If your classic car has grease fittings then make sure the lube points on the steering and suspension are well packed, this is true for the front wheel bearings as well.
Bleed the brakes: Bleed the brake system and refill with new brake fluid, this is the best way to stave off deterioration.
Drain the fuel: If you are contemplating storing the car for longer than six months you should drain all the fuel from the tank. Once the tank is drained, fire up the engine and run it until the engine quits, this will rid the lines of fuel as well.
Drain the cooling system: Drain all the coolant from the radiator and leave the petcock open and relax the radiator cap, this will allow air to circulate through the coolant channels. Don’t forget to drain the heater as well.
Remove the battery: Take the battery out of the car and wash the surface with a solution of baking soda and water. If it is not a sealed battery, top the cells with distilled water and then store it off the floor in a dry place.
Raise the car off the floor: Jack the car up and remove the tires. Stack the tires one on top of the other, separated by cardboard.
Finally roll down the windows, put a few boxes of baking soda in the car to absorb any moisture and cover the car with a quality car cover.
For long term or short term car storage in Naperville call Green Machine Towing, they have a large secure facility which is lighted, gated and monitored.
