Storage

Larry Hill · 12-19-2018, 08:29 AM

Mike Walter told me this years ago. Spray running engine down with outboard engine fogging oil. Spray enough in it so it looks like the car is on fire. While spraying have some one kill engine. This will help fight corrosion in the engine when the car is cold and a warm moist weather front comes through.

Drain the block and cooling system and leave open so the last bit will evaporate.

Remove plugs and apply a squirt of fogging oil in each cylinder. Spin engine over to help coat cylinder walls.

Put number 1 at TDC and back of the rocker arms two to three turns on the valves that are close to max lift. Keep notes as to which valve got backed off and by how much. It will be handy information come spring.

Install plugs finger tight and it should be ready for its long winters nap.

It may not be the best way but it works for me.

Lenny5160 · 12-19-2018, 01:01 PM

I remove the carb, then turn the engine over while spraying fogging oil down each intake runner.

Back off any rocker that does not have play.

Drain cooling system and fill with antifreeze.

Remove batteries.

In the Spring, be sure to tighten rockers first, before turning the engine over. Much easier that way!

FireSale · 12-19-2018, 01:36 PM

Any tips for a more moderate climate like Washington State? The car is in an unheated garage undergoing minor updates to electrical and interior paint. It's seldom below freezing and if it goes there it's only for a day or two but it is constantly damp all Winter. I currently fire the car at least once a week with water only in the cooling system. I pull it out for a full warm up when I can. Any additive I should have in it?

Jeff Niceswanger · 12-19-2018, 02:57 PM

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Originally Posted by Larry Hill

Mike Walter told me this years ago. Spray running engine down with outboard engine fogging oil. Spray enough in it so it looks like the car is on fire. While spraying have some one kill engine. This will help fight corrosion in the engine when the car is cold and a warm moist weather front comes through.

Drain the block and cooling system and leave open so the last bit will evaporate.

Remove plugs and apply a squirt of fogging oil in each cylinder. Spin engine over to help coat cylinder walls.

Put number 1 at TDC and back of the rocker arms two to three turns on the valves that are close to max lift. Keep notes as to which valve got backed off and by how much. It will be handy information come spring.

Install plugs finger tight and it should be ready for its long winters nap.

It may not be the best way but it works for me.

I have been told 02 sensors on FI cars do not like oil. Some oils, like WD40, will kill them instantly. Keep that in mind when your drowning them with oil

nhramnl · 12-19-2018, 04:58 PM

Also, haven't been in the habit of backing off rockers for a few years now. I religiously turn the engine over at least 180 degrees every week or so. Heard many years ago that modern valve springs don't take a "set" like older technology did. And when I check them, even after a winter, there is no noticeable difference in pressures.

ALMACK · 12-19-2018, 05:32 PM

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Originally Posted by Jeff Niceswanger

I have been told 02 sensors on FI cars do not like oil. Some oils, like WD40, will kill them instantly. Keep that in mind when your drowning them with oil

Thanks for pointing that out.
I have one O2 sensor but it is used for data logging, not engine operation so it would be easy to take out and run the engine

Larry Hill · 12-20-2018, 08:09 AM

For us the big problem is condensation on a cold car. If its sweating on the outside its sweating on the inside. When the water evaporates it forms rust on the cylinder walls and valve seats.

cummins · 12-22-2018, 10:52 AM

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Originally Posted by Larry Hill

For us the big problem is condensation on a cold car. If its sweating on the outside its sweating on the inside. When the water evaporates it forms rust on the cylinder walls and valve seats.

Thanks for the input I will get antifreeze in it and I like fogging oil to help with the rust. I know I have seen the intake and block with condensation on them.

Greg Barsamian · 12-22-2018, 06:40 PM

We close the fuel valve (we use one near the regulator) and run the engine. Or just run the engine with the fuel pump shut off.
While running the engine, pour "Marvel Mystery Oil" into the carb to lubricate and protect the internals of the engine while not in use.
As soon as your see smoke, kill the engine!
We also drain the fuel cell!

Our Engine Builder suggests to "fog the engines" with Marvel Mystery Oil after each race!

Ed Wright · 12-22-2018, 08:42 PM

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Originally Posted by Greg Barsamian

We close the fuel valve (we use one near the regulator) and run the engine. Or just run the engine with the fuel pump shut off.
While running the engine, pour "Marvel Mystery Oil" into the carb to lubricate and protect the internals of the engine while not in use.
As soon as your see smoke, kill the engine!
We also drain the fuel cell!

Our Engine Builder suggests to "fog the engines" with Marvel Mystery Oil after each race!

Since I started fogging mine, in the trailer, at the end of each day, my cylinder walls stay looking like new. I also use Marvel Mystery oil.

12-19-2018, 08:29 AM	#1
Larry Hill Live Reporter Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Hickory, Ky Posts: 10,628 Likes: 1,918 Liked 10,678 Times in 2,221 Posts	Re: Storage Mike Walter told me this years ago. Spray running engine down with outboard engine fogging oil. Spray enough in it so it looks like the car is on fire. While spraying have some one kill engine. This will help fight corrosion in the engine when the car is cold and a warm moist weather front comes through. Drain the block and cooling system and leave open so the last bit will evaporate. Remove plugs and apply a squirt of fogging oil in each cylinder. Spin engine over to help coat cylinder walls. Put number 1 at TDC and back of the rocker arms two to three turns on the valves that are close to max lift. Keep notes as to which valve got backed off and by how much. It will be handy information come spring. Install plugs finger tight and it should be ready for its long winters nap. It may not be the best way but it works for me. __________________ IHM Used Parts https://ihmusedparts.com 888-821-1817

12-19-2018, 01:01 PM	#2
Lenny5160 Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2015 Location: Inver Grove Heights, MN Posts: 898 Likes: 604 Liked 431 Times in 224 Posts	Re: Storage I remove the carb, then turn the engine over while spraying fogging oil down each intake runner. Back off any rocker that does not have play. Drain cooling system and fill with antifreeze. Remove batteries. In the Spring, be sure to tighten rockers first, before turning the engine over. Much easier that way! __________________ S/ST 51 S/C 53

12-19-2018, 01:36 PM	#3
FireSale VIP Member Join Date: Feb 2014 Location: Lakewood Washington Posts: 1,407 Likes: 29 Liked 237 Times in 126 Posts	Re: Storage Any tips for a more moderate climate like Washington State? The car is in an unheated garage undergoing minor updates to electrical and interior paint. It's seldom below freezing and if it goes there it's only for a day or two but it is constantly damp all Winter. I currently fire the car at least once a week with water only in the cooling system. I pull it out for a full warm up when I can. Any additive I should have in it? __________________ Dale Shearon 68 Mustang 6394

12-19-2018, 04:58 PM	#5
nhramnl Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Posts: 507 Likes: 8 Liked 358 Times in 83 Posts	Re: Storage Also, haven't been in the habit of backing off rockers for a few years now. I religiously turn the engine over at least 180 degrees every week or so. Heard many years ago that modern valve springs don't take a "set" like older technology did. And when I check them, even after a winter, there is no noticeable difference in pressures.

12-20-2018, 08:09 AM	#7
Larry Hill Live Reporter Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Hickory, Ky Posts: 10,628 Likes: 1,918 Liked 10,678 Times in 2,221 Posts	Re: Storage For us the big problem is condensation on a cold car. If its sweating on the outside its sweating on the inside. When the water evaporates it forms rust on the cylinder walls and valve seats. __________________ IHM Used Parts https://ihmusedparts.com 888-821-1817

12-22-2018, 06:40 PM	#9
Greg Barsamian VIP Member Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Central Massachusetts Posts: 1,398 Likes: 708 Liked 410 Times in 94 Posts	Re: Storage We close the fuel valve (we use one near the regulator) and run the engine. Or just run the engine with the fuel pump shut off. While running the engine, pour "Marvel Mystery Oil" into the carb to lubricate and protect the internals of the engine while not in use. As soon as your see smoke, kill the engine! We also drain the fuel cell! Our Engine Builder suggests to "fog the engines" with Marvel Mystery Oil after each race!