Jellybean Posted December 30, 2010 Share Posted December 30, 2010 Is it ok to leave the car sitting up till end of Feb? Was just goin to take the battery out charge it (went flat over the last few weeks) and put it back in so I could start her 1/2 a week Tyres be ok or anything else to look for Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Josh Posted December 30, 2010 Share Posted December 30, 2010 I've read on here to let the tyres down a bit so you don't get a flat spot but don't quote me on that until someone who knows replies. Also I think putting it on axle stands is a good idea and obviously making sure the car is dry and clean before putting it away if it's going to be indoors. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jellybean Posted December 30, 2010 Author Share Posted December 30, 2010 I've read on here to let the tyres down a bit so you don't get a flat spot but don't quote me on that until someone who knows replies. Also I think putting it on axle stands is a good idea and obviously making sure the car is dry and clean before putting it away if it's going to be indoors. Cool thanks, yeah Flat spots are what I am concerned about but was goin to bring it for a 5 min spin each week Its outdoors unfortunetly, Lady tennant in my place made it her mission to get me kicked out of the underground even though 6 spaces are always free (Mercedes middle aged single disgruntled bitch) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Josh Posted December 30, 2010 Share Posted December 30, 2010 Cool thanks, yeah Flat spots are what I am concerned about but was goin to bring it for a 5 min spin each week Its outdoors unfortunetly, Lady tennant in my place made it her mission to get me kicked out of the underground even though 6 spaces are always free (Mercedes middle aged single disgruntled bitch) Maybe if you get her a gigolo for the night you might get your space back. That's pretty unfair though! I'd say then just put it on axle stands and put a cover on it and unplug the battery Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jurgen-Jm-Imports Posted December 30, 2010 Share Posted December 30, 2010 it will be fine it would of sat for 8 weeks or so coming over from japan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lude Posted December 30, 2010 Share Posted December 30, 2010 yea feb isnt that long, iv done the same, my cars been in the garage tho since november, with battery in my house. i go up there every 3 weeks or so to start it up and just take it for a gentle drive round the block, so he brakes dont seize etc etc. dont think your supose to leave the handbrake up either so just leave in gear Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Purity14 Posted December 30, 2010 Share Posted December 30, 2010 Unplugging the battery will disable your alarm. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jellybean Posted December 30, 2010 Author Share Posted December 30, 2010 it will be fine it would of sat for 8 weeks or so coming over from japan Not just a hat rack, never taught of that Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jellybean Posted December 30, 2010 Author Share Posted December 30, 2010 Unplugging the battery will disable your alarm. steering wheel is also removed Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ManwithSupra Posted December 30, 2010 Share Posted December 30, 2010 ignore this Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jellybean Posted December 30, 2010 Author Share Posted December 30, 2010 Maybe if you get her a gigolo for the night you might get your space back. That's pretty unfair though! I'd say then just put it on axle stands and put a cover on it and unplug the battery Dont start me on it, we all pay the same maintaince fee but she has the option to park outside and indoors but because it is under there block the parking, they have exclusive only access Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris Wilson Posted December 30, 2010 Share Posted December 30, 2010 As a cold start induces more wear than hundreds of miles of normal hot running what is peoples obsession with starting laid up cars every few days? Just leave the thing until you next need to use it 24 months isn't long, let alone 2 months. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jellybean Posted December 30, 2010 Author Share Posted December 30, 2010 As a cold start induces more wear than hundreds of miles of normal hot running what is peoples obsession with starting laid up cars every few days? Just leave the thing until you next need to use it 24 months isn't long, let alone 2 months. Thanks Chris, what about flat spots on the tyres ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris Wilson Posted December 30, 2010 Share Posted December 30, 2010 They'll disappear after a few miles and a heat cycle, if they occur at all. I think you are worrying too much Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jellybean Posted December 30, 2010 Author Share Posted December 30, 2010 They'll disappear after a few miles and a heat cycle, if they occur at all. I think you are worrying too much Its my pride and joy, you got to worry Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Josh Posted December 30, 2010 Share Posted December 30, 2010 Its my pride and joy, you got to worry Whack it on stands to keep it out of standing water and cover it No need to let the air out if it's on stands. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pistonbroke Posted December 30, 2010 Share Posted December 30, 2010 How long does it take for things like oil seals etc to dry out then chris? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jurgen-Jm-Imports Posted December 30, 2010 Share Posted December 30, 2010 Its my pride and joy, you got to worry my gtr has sat for 8 months lol.. you will be fine Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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