Long term storage of S2k
03-04-2007, 09:14 AM
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Long term storage of S2k
As the title says, how do I prep the S2K for long term storage. I'm anticipating doing a overseas internship for as long as 2 years. Any ideas, suggestions, etc? The manual says something about putting the car up on jack stands, I've heard about draining the gas tank, etc. I will most likely be storing it in my parents garage.
03-04-2007, 11:06 AM
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I remember reading a similar thread about this. But it was people storing their S2000 over the winter.
1. Drain the fluids
2. Disconnect the battery
3. block the exhaust outlets so it prevents anything from getting in
Thats all i can think off the top of my head
1. Drain the fluids
2. Disconnect the battery
3. block the exhaust outlets so it prevents anything from getting in
Thats all i can think off the top of my head
03-04-2007, 03:06 PM
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Wouldn't he be able to leave the transmission, brake, and differential fluids in there without any consequences? He could just flush them when he gets back.
Any reason why this shouldn't work?
Any reason why this shouldn't work?
03-04-2007, 05:31 PM
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Originally Posted by vision.dynamix,Mar 4 2007, 11:47 AM
The best thing to do would be to sell it. You can buy anothe rone when you come back.
03-04-2007, 05:36 PM
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Originally Posted by chino101,Mar 4 2007, 06:31 PM
I'm afraid, that a good S2k would be as hard to find as a good MK4 Toyota Supra when I get back.
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03-05-2007, 03:10 AM
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There's no reason not to store the car. If done properly, the car will be just fine and will provide an incentive to return.
As has been suggested, put the car up on jackstands and disconnect the battery. If you want to be more thorough, remove the battery and have it trickle charged to top it off every six months or so. Batteries can last a very long time if maintained properly and not subjected to the heat inside an engine bay.
I also suggest the following: store the car with a full tank of fuel, then drain and re-fill it before starting the car. The reason for this is to reduce the chance of corrosion inside the tank itself. Use a breathable car cover (even in the garage) to reduce the build up of dust and to discorage bugs and small vermin from entry into the car. Leave the windows slightly gapped open (about an inch) to allow some circulation of air and prevent compression damage to the window seals. Similarly, unfasten the convertible top (but leave it up) to relieve pressure on the header seal and unstress the top fabric. Change all fluids (engine, transmission, differential, brake and clutch) when you return. That's a bit of work, but you'll enjoy the car all the more knowing it will be rady for you when you return.
As has been suggested, put the car up on jackstands and disconnect the battery. If you want to be more thorough, remove the battery and have it trickle charged to top it off every six months or so. Batteries can last a very long time if maintained properly and not subjected to the heat inside an engine bay.
I also suggest the following: store the car with a full tank of fuel, then drain and re-fill it before starting the car. The reason for this is to reduce the chance of corrosion inside the tank itself. Use a breathable car cover (even in the garage) to reduce the build up of dust and to discorage bugs and small vermin from entry into the car. Leave the windows slightly gapped open (about an inch) to allow some circulation of air and prevent compression damage to the window seals. Similarly, unfasten the convertible top (but leave it up) to relieve pressure on the header seal and unstress the top fabric. Change all fluids (engine, transmission, differential, brake and clutch) when you return. That's a bit of work, but you'll enjoy the car all the more knowing it will be rady for you when you return.
