Long term cerbera storage
Discussion
Due to lack of use and time we have decided to put the Cerbie away for a year or so while we complete the Chimaera restoration.
We have plenty of space to store it so we thought we would get a carcoon to ensure it remains well preserved. Are there any sensible procedures to follow before putting away? It has been recently serviced so all fluids are good and clean. We thought that a really good clean and a proper run to remove any condensation. What about tyres? Should they be over inflated or should the wheels come off and be stored horizontaly? Realistically the car will not be moved again until we decide to get it out.
Anyone else done this? Some experienced tips would be welcome!
Ta.
d2t
We have plenty of space to store it so we thought we would get a carcoon to ensure it remains well preserved. Are there any sensible procedures to follow before putting away? It has been recently serviced so all fluids are good and clean. We thought that a really good clean and a proper run to remove any condensation. What about tyres? Should they be over inflated or should the wheels come off and be stored horizontaly? Realistically the car will not be moved again until we decide to get it out.
Anyone else done this? Some experienced tips would be welcome!
Ta.
d2t
Edited by drive2tractors on Saturday 25th February 11:28
camel_landy said:
Store it on stands to prevent flat spots.
M
And gives the suspension a break if the rams are fully extended no pressure on them. But this might not stop seals perishing over time and that goes for the engine as well. I would take apart and clean all electrical connectors and pack them with silicone grease. Drain the fuel and i would give the engine a light spray with wd-40 all over. M
As above - definitely store it up on stands with the wheels off. I would also be tempted to take the plugs out - squirt a teaspoon of engine oil into each cylinder, turn the engine over by hand a couple of times then put the plugs back in. Fill the fuel tank completely and seal under the cap with a couple of layers of nitrile glove (not polythene - petrol molecules go straight through it!) . If you empty the tank it will be full of moist air and have no internal rust protection.
Tanguero said:
As above - definitely store it up on stands with the wheels off. I would also be tempted to take the plugs out - squirt a teaspoon of engine oil into each cylinder, turn the engine over by hand a couple of times then put the plugs back in. Fill the fuel tank completely and seal under the cap with a couple of layers of nitrile glove (not polythene - petrol molecules go straight through it!) . If you empty the tank it will be full of moist air and have no internal rust protection.
Ok, sounds good. I could even support it under the chassis at a sensible height to get lots of light and air around it. Disconnect the battery or keep it on a trickle?drive2tractors said:
scotty_d said:
I would take apart and clean all electrical connectors and pack them with silicone grease.
All the electrical system or just the ignition? What about all the modules in the boot, should I disconnect them and store them inside somewhere?
so no rust issues etc here.
drive2tractors said:
Gazzab said:
Mouse traps!
Oh yes plenty of those!esso said:
These cars are best used,if not everything just deteriorates,especially clutch seals,you will find that there will be a lot of re-commisioning required if you take it off the road,if you can i would keep it running on the road.
Indeed. Give it to me and I'll ensure it has regular exercise 
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