Re: Winterizing tips ?

Posted by John T on October 09, 2005 at 09:37:14 from (66.244.90.98):

In Reply to: Winterizing tips ? posted by MN Bob on October 09, 2005 at 08:42:12:

Just how cold does it get that far Noth Bob lol?? Do the terms Well Diggers ... or Witches ... or Brass Monkeys ... come into play lol

Heres my thoughts, this is always a good question to hear how others do this, great topic considering its October

1) When I change n flush anti freeze, I been using distilled water cuz I figure its got less rust or iron or calcium etc which may coat the radiator. I add water pump lube and pre mix it 50/50 (anti freeze/water) before refilling.

2) As far as gas, I use Sta Bil (to reduce gum n varnish settling out) PLUS mix a lil bit of low ash 2 cycle oil (think it may leave a thin film oil coat n may reduce rusting inside the carb),,,,,,,,I run that witches brew a lil to coat the carb but then then I drain the carb but I prefer the gas tank be kept full to reduce condensation plus theres less air in contact with the tanks sheet metal so less rusting

3) Its good to use a trickle charge battery maintainer if left out in the cold, otherwise I would store them indoors and maybe still give em a lil trickle charge now n then. Have them topped off with electrolyte

4)) Its good to remove the plugs n squirt some oil in the cylinders n crank her a lil to oil coat the cylinders

5) I prefer to leave the points in the OPEN position (may take plug removal so no compression to get em there)

6) I dont like the tires on wet ground, maybe use blocks or rubber as insulation.

Actually its even better to exercise them now n then or at least crank her over now n then to exercise the valves etc. Im also a believer in running Marvel top oil lube in the oil for valve system protection.

John T, your neighbor to the tad warmer southern Indiana

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