Storage

MotorWatch’s Tips for Seasonal Storage

November 23, 2010

This article was reprinted courtesy of MotorWatch, a nonprofit organization that aims to provide a forum for the exchange of consumer and technical information concerning transportation and safety. To learn more, visit www.motorwatch.com.
There are a number of reasons to store a vehicle, i.e. taking a long vacation; being transferred overseas; or to preserve an old “classic.” If you need to store your vehicle for a few months or even years, here are recommended procedures for protecting your investment ...
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Tips to Keep Mice out of Stored Cars

December 02, 2009

In our last newsletter (subscribe here), we asked readers for tips to keep mice out of their collector vehicles. Dozens responded with ideas ranging from D-Con and dryer sheets to sulfur and steel wool. If you’re putting your car away for the winter, keep reading for ways to keep those small, unwanted guests out of your prized possession this winter.
1. Dryer sheets
“I have had a 1966 Ford Fairlane 500 XL for 18 years, and I also have an acre in the country, so we see our share of mice ...
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Gunner's Great Garages: Heavy Duty Hot Rodder's Heaven

December 12, 2007

Rex Evchuk, of Iola, Wisconsin, has been a serious hot rodder since he grew up in Milwaukee years ago. Later, he brought his enthusiasm for the sport to north central Wisconsin, where he established Waupaca Machine Repair, a thriving metal-fabrication business.
Professionally, Rex handles some heavy-duty projects for large foundries and mining operations. He also has a heavy-duty collection of hot rods and muscle cars and a heavy-duty garage built specifically to build and maintain such vehicles ...
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Gunner's Great Garages: Heavy Duty Hot Rodder's Heaven

December 10, 2007

Rex Evchuk, of Iola, Wisconsin, has been a serious hot rodder since he grew up in Milwaukee years ago. Later, he brought his enthusiasm for the sport to north central Wisconsin, where he established Waupaca Machine Repair, a thriving metal-fabrication business.
Professionally, Rex handles some heavy-duty projects for large foundries and mining operations. He also has a heavy-duty collection of hot rods and muscle cars and a heavy-duty garage built specifically to build and maintain such vehicles ...
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