View Full Version : Best way to store your Sled for the summer?~
Ford428CJ
04-08-08, 06:07 AM
I know some people fog there engines, shut fuel off, drain the carb bowls, lift the rear up to let the track/suspension sag.
But I would like to know what you guys do for storage of your machine??? Leave the gas tank empty or full??? I'm sure there are other things to do for storage. I would like to hear some other tips/tricks from YOU!
Snowlover
04-08-08, 07:20 AM
Oh, good question....please include tips for storing outside.
I already cover them, tarp them and try to put them somewhere where they get the least amount of hot afternoon sun (east side of the house as close to the garage as possible).
foxyrmk
04-08-08, 10:30 AM
Well for us we empty the fuel tank as much as we can and add stabil in the tanks and run a bit. And store them in the trailer for the summer.
in the winter we service our sleds before we go out for the season.
Don't forget to grease them before storage..it pushes any moisture out so it wont rust shafts etc. and change chain case oil if its discolored..same reason. Put blocks between paddles on Mt.sleds. If outside use a vented cover if possible.
Phazer_07
04-08-08, 05:08 PM
Dave Miller writes "The Mechanics Corner" in our newsletter, this is the issue that deals with summer storage:
http://wb7okx.com/drifter/The_Drifter_0407.pdf
I know some people fog there engines, shut fuel off, drain the carb bowls, lift the rear up to let the track/suspension sag.
But I would like to know what you guys do for storage of your machine??? Leave the gas tank empty or full??? I'm sure there are other things to do for storage. I would like to hear some other tips/tricks from YOU!
None of the above answers the fuel level question! Sorry I missed that, but a full tank will not form as much condensation {bad stuff} as an empty tank. In door storage helps, out door makes it worse. Lastly..nothing is more valuable than your snowmobile mechanics advise,he should know your situation and habits!
Ford428CJ
04-09-08, 05:30 AM
I know some people fog there engines, shut fuel off, drain the carb bowls, lift the rear up to let the track/suspension sag.
But I would like to know what you guys do for storage of your machine??? Leave the gas tank empty or full??? I'm sure there are other things to do for storage. I would like to hear some other tips/tricks from YOU!
None of the above answers the fuel level question! Sorry I missed that, but a full tank will not form as much condensation {bad stuff} as an empty tank. In door storage helps, out door makes it worse. Lastly..nothing is more valuable than your snowmobile mechanics advise,he should know your situation and habits!
I use Sea Foam at least 3 times a year in my machines. Once in the beginning, middle and end of the season. I like to drain my Fuel Bowls too. That's after I have ran some Sea Foam in it of course.
http://www.seafoamsales.com/motorTuneUp.htm
Good Stuff!!!!
It is a strong decarbonizer, works good on moving exhaust parts prone to sticking, when added to oil it cleans and frees up sticky lifters..useful for people that change oil whenever they run out of oil LOL! Cleans injecters.
Ford428CJ
04-09-08, 05:25 PM
Not only that but ~
-When your vehicle has a rough idle, hesitates, stalls, pings or has an after run problem – this is often due to carbon buildup.
-When your vehicle’s fuel injectors need cleaning – this is often due to residue left on injectors from poor burning fuels and contaminants.
-When moisture needs to be removed from fuels or an anti gel or de-icer is needed – these conditions are due to condensation in the fuel tank and extreme cold weather creating gas line freeze or diesel fuel gelling.
-When there is moisture detected in the oil – this problem is due mostly to poor ventilation and condensation. Sometimes, however, there is a bad head gasket, cracked head or block that must be replaced.
-When valve lifter noise is apparent or piston rings seem to be sticking – this is often due to dirty and gummed up oil passages, varnished lifters and buildup of gum, varnish and carbon in the piston ring areas.
-To help pass emissions tests – high emission numbers are usually caused by extreme carbon build up, dirty emission control items such as: pcv valve, egr valve, oxygen sensors or bad spark plugs and wires.
-When fuel stabilization and engine fogging is needed – fuels of today become stale in less than thirty days. Therefore, stabilization and engine fogging are needed when vehicles, lawnmowers, snow blowers, outboard motors, chainsaws, motorcycles, gas in cans and engines are put into storage.