Found this on Samba... added a few things to the list.

Any other suggestions on things to look for before a big trip or winter
storage?

Engine Mechanical

___ _____ Any Abnormal noises

___ _____ Check for engine fluid leaks (Oil, Fuel)

___ _____ Compression test: (disconnect coil, remove ALL plugs)

___ _____ 1. Dry: 1____________ 2____________ 3____________ 4____________

___ _____ 2. Oiled: 1____________ 2____________ 3____________ 4____________

___ _____ Plug condition? (OK? Burnt? Oily? Sooty?)

___ _____ 1____________ 2____________ 3____________ 4____________

___ _____ Oil Pressure: idle_______ 4000 RPM_______

___ _____ P/S, Alt, & A/C Belts not cracked, not frayed, deflection correct

___ _____ Check water pump for leak at weep hole, pump noise/wine

___ _____ Visual check of fuel lines from pump-firewall-injectors!! If
original lines REPLACE!!!

___ _____ Fuel Pressure: _______

___ _____ Visual check of Vacuum hoses/lines stiff? Patched? Capped?
Missing? Cracks on ends?

___ _____ Visual check air intake system, AFM, check electrical connections?

___ _____ Vacuum Idle: _______ 4000 rpm: _______

___ _____ Tune up parts Cap, Rotor, Plugs, Air Filter, distributor, coil etc

___ _____ Oil level/color

___ _____ Power steering fluid level/color

Electrical Systems

___ _____ Battery voltage ____________ volts, load test

___ _____ Alt/Chg Volts/Amps: idle____________ 4000 RPM____________

___ _____ Engine compartment wiring harness not loose, not frayed, oxidized

___ _____ Engine compartment relays in the black box, check fuses for
corrosion and proper contact

___ _____ Starter motor/ wiring from battery/alternator

___ _____ Battery cables, ground points (Battery case, Cyl head, tranny,
dash star)

___ _____ Spark plugs (NGK - B6ES)/coil wires cracked, water spray test
check for sparks jumping ?

___ _____ Check lights, bulb contact points, add di-electric grease where
needed

___ _____ Visually inspect exposed wires, chassis grounds - clean and
reattach, O2 sensor wires, etc.

Cooling System

1.     Flush and Fill Cooling System - use
http://yhst-1918367471896.stores.yahoo.net/peliang12.html also add
http://www.redlineoil.com/Products.aspx?pcid=10 (do this every 5 years with
this coolant, every 2 years with other phosphate free coolants)

___ _____ Cooling system pressure test & check for external leaks, pressure
cap

___ _____ Cooling Hoses no bulges or soft

___ _____ Check reservoir/expansion tank for cracks

___ _____ Check Rad Fan Motor on Hi-Low speed, Relay

___ _____ Check PH condition of coolant (Acidity/Phosphate) - or replace if
due

___ _____ Coolant level/color

Braking System

___ _____ Brake disks/drums grooved? LF_____, RF______, LR______, RR______

___ _____ Measure % Discs/Drums & Linings/Pads LF_____, RF______, LR______,
RR______

___ _____ Visual check of rubber brake lines, cables for leaks, brittle,
cracked ?

___ _____ Master/Wheel cylinders Inspect for leaks from, brake pedal test

___ _____ Brake fluid level/color (Use Castrol LMA dot 3/4 fluid)

Suspension/Steering

___ _____ Steering wheel play

___ _____ Tie rods inner & outer straight? Tie rod end boots intact?

___ _____ Ball joints upper & lower boots intact

___ _____ Control arm upper & lower bushings

___ _____ Engine and transmission mounts

___ _____ Front & Rear Suspension: Springs, Spring mount and Shocks

___ _____ Check shock absorber action (bounce test) and component leaks

___ _____ Check CV joints, 2 tight 360' turns each way. Any noise, cv boots
intact?

___ _____ Check power steering for leaks and noise, steering rack boots
intact

___ _____ Check front & rear wheel toe in/toe out

___ _____ Wheel bearings move wheel on hoist check wear/play, Axle bolts
torque, cotter pin in ?

___ _____ check Tires wear LT / "C" Tread? Bulges? Cracks?

___ _____ check Rims Bent? Rusted? Cracks? Wheel bolts up to torque ?

Auto Transmission

___ _____ check for slippage

___ _____ Check for leaks from all components

___ _____ Check for leak in tranny cooler aluminum heat exchanger

___ _____ Gear oil level/fluid color

___ _____ Transmission fluid level/color

Road Test

___ _____ Automatic transmission shift points?

___ _____ Any noises/vibrations when accelerating, coasting, decelerating,
braking?

Any Other general comment recommendations

Prior to Winter Storage:

2.     Fill fuel tank and add 1 can of Seafoam to stabilize fuel

3.     Change/Replace Fuel Filter - Every 5 years or 30k miles. Bosch PN:
0-450-905-030

4.     Change Oil and Mann Filter (use TOTAL Quartz Racing (ELF) 10W-50 5L
Synthetic Motor Oil from S&G

5.     Clean K&N Filter and re-oil, or install K&N Air Filter Part E-2475

6.     Treat all rubber with protecting conditioner (including weather
stripping)

7.     Drain water storage tank

8.     Hook up battery float charger