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Subject:Re: Winter Storage
From:Bill Davidson
Date:Thu, 9 Nov 2000 13:31:23 -0800

here's my list for winterizing my westy:
Bill

Winterizing:
? Drain & air dry water tank.
? Drain & air day sink drain & sink trap. (or antifreeze in sink trap)
? Drain & blow out city water connection to faucet water line.
? Drain & blow out water tank to faucet water line.
? Cover fridge vent.
? Remove food that may attract mice.
? Fill windshield washer tanks.
? Check / service engine antifreeze.
? Hook charger to main battery.
? Wash & wax for cold spring get away.
? Change to winter oil (Synthetic 0-50 w lifter cleaner or Kendal Super D
15-40, Marvel Mystery Oil?).
? Fill gas tank and add fuel stabilizer
? Remove all small battery items until spring

----- Original Message -----
From: "Alli Dahlin" <treetop_84@HOTMAIL.COM>
To: <vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM>
Sent: Thursday, November 09, 2000 12:23 PM
Subject: Winter Storage

> Hello all,
>
> It looks like winter is finally upon us all in Minnesota, and I better get
> moving on storing my Westy.  This is the first winter having her, so I
have
> some questions.
>
> What all needs to be done before storing her- fluids drained/changed, etc.
>
> Heated or unheated storage garage?  Does it need to be inside, or are
those
> outdoor RV/boat storage areas OK?
>
> Also, does anyone in the Minneapolis area recommend a storage facility?
>
> TIA,
> Alli
> '84 Westy "Treetop"
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