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#1372924 08/30/05 01:49 AM
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...what is going on fellows...Looks like I'm leaving for Iraq very soon this week. I have a 93 F-150 that I need to store for the time I'm away. I'm trying to remember what all I need to do to the engine for it to sit for several months. So far I am going to do the following. Take the plugs out and put a drop of oil in each cylinder. Disconnect the battery. I was told I could leave the tires on the rims and on the ground for the little time I will be gone, but will it create a flat spot?

When I back I will change the oil, replace the transmission, change the rearend gear (along with the front end.) and lub several of the points. Am I forgetting anything or is this pretty complete??? BTW its 4WD not that I think it will make a difference but a little FYI.

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Fill the gas tank and put in some stabilizer. The tires should be ok as long as they are inflated right.


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Thanks for the information Tony. I found that site while I was typing. I was looking for alittle more information, something I might have over look.

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How about covering the exhaust so that no tiny creatures decide to build a nest in there? (don't ask)


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This is what I do for my RX-7 every winter:

1) Overinflate the tires... not over the max on the sidewall, but to about 42 psi.

2) Disconnect the battery. If you can remove it and put it on a trickle charger, so much the better.

3) Place Dixie cups with mothballs throughout any enclosed area (including cab, under the hood (I specifically put one in the filter element box), and any other compartments. I write down on a sheet of paper where I put all of them, so I don't miss any.

4) Stuff steel wool in the exhaust pipe, but not too far so you can't easily remove it. You can also put a heavy glass jar over the pipe.

5) Change the oil right before storing it. This removes the acids from the combustion process. You will want to change it again shortly after taking it out.

6) Fill the tank and put stabilizer in it. I always use SeaFoam (available at Fleet Farm).

7) Give the vehicle a complete wash, wax and detail... including a full protectant treatment of the interior.

8) Cover the truck... even if it's only with some old sheets and a tarp. You'd be amazed how much dust will settle on the paint otherwise.

I have never removed plugs or oiled cylinders... I have heard mixed opinions on doing that... even on a rotary which naturally burns oil.


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cool...thanks for the info. a few tidbits of information I didn't know about included in all of the replies.

Sounds like a plan...

thanks fellows..

grady


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Good luck over here!


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