Winter preparations begin

Moose · 10-21-2007, 10:55 PM

:( Well, the car show, cruise, summer season is winding down, and the SS is going to the "Dr." tomorrow to have all his filters changed, along with the oil, followed by a final detailing before hibernation. :(

Although I prefer the cold/winter, I'm hoping the weather holds out for a few more weeks so that I can get a few more rides in.

Anyone else store their Camaro for winter?

*TAG UR IT* · 10-22-2007, 12:39 AM

I get to drive mine 365. It had been garaged kept up there in Des Moines, IA which is why there were so few miles. Sorry it has to hibernate. But, at least you get those beautiful snowy winters!

stovt001 · 10-22-2007, 07:11 AM

Yet another reason why I love living in Southern California.

*Mr. Wyndham* · 10-22-2007, 10:14 AM

I for one, adore our winters. you can't beat the fluffy white stuff. It does suck though that there is always such a crapload of salt laid down.

Put your "baby" to sleep, Moose - it'll thank you when it wakes up, if you know what I mean

We have to put away the '79 early, like a month ago...it doesn't get driven much

"given the semi-classic nature of the vehicle"

So it gets put away late september, but alas, not like it should be.

It's my Dad's and so, he really doesn't pay too much attention, putting it away, to him, means parking it in the garage, leaving as much space between it, and the minivan as possible.

If I had my way, the filters would all be changed, the oil, the coolant, the battery disconnected, and rags stuffed up the tailpipes, right before the cover goes on.

Kyle.Gilmour · 10-22-2007, 11:07 AM

I put my 85 Chevy truck away last weekend.
It's in the barn on blocks as to not get a flat spot on the tires. It will get extra attention this year as I am moving from Snowy Northern Michigan (Oct 21st = 83F) (should be 25F) to Texas and he is not making the trip down there for the first year.

October is always a sad time for me, since I have to put it away.

Stuck Desires10 · 10-22-2007, 01:12 PM

Unfortunatly, I have not the ability to garage my beautiful baby....but....thats only cause I won't buy another car right now cause I'm saving for camaro :P So this baby rides the snow and salt

*TAG UR IT* · 10-22-2007, 01:30 PM

^Woo Hoo! An old Caprice Classic. God, I loved that car. I had a 77'. Boy did that car see some great times.

It's like 52 this morning...cold and rainy. Ugh...where the heck did this come from???

Jak · 10-22-2007, 01:35 PM

on winter. Can't stand it, but ofcourse I live here in freaking NY. Wouldn't be so bad if they'd ease up on the damn salt, but people have to have bare pavement right up to their doorsteps.

The_Stache · 10-22-2007, 01:37 PM

winter prep in Arizona consists of wearing long sleeves and pants... My camaro will see year round driving.

Its supposed to be low 90's this week...

Kyle.Gilmour · 10-22-2007, 02:01 PM

Quote:

It's like 52 this morning...cold and rainy. Ugh...where the heck did this come from???

TAG--- can you believe this...
Northern Michigan 10/22/07
76°F Clear/ Wind: S at 13 mph

Austin-
53°F Cloudy/Thunderstorms

You would think them to be switched

acscamarochick06 · 10-22-2007, 02:22 PM

67 degrees and raining right now here in good ole KY. My Camaro is the daily driver, unless there's ice then she stays in the garage. And anytime I have to drive in salt, the car wash calls my name... I just bundle up in my coat and put on some gloves!

Very glad we're getting some much needed rain though!!! This drought is a killer!!

stovt001 · 10-22-2007, 05:22 PM

Back home in Southern California it is in the mid 80s to low 90s all this week, with almost no humidity and the dreaded winds.

Here in Oxford, it is in the low 50s getting deep into the thirties at night, humid (but you can't tell) calm, alternating periods of clouds and sunshine.

I'm not sure which one I'd rather have right now

bcannan354 · 10-22-2007, 08:33 PM

Sunny and about 86 today with a slight easterly breeze. Played golf and sweated mt a$$ off for most of the day. I feel sorry for the people that have to put the rides away for the winter. Downn in FL we are gearing up for car show season, there is a car show almost every weekend from now until late March. I have never thought about the winters up north and having to store your car out of the elements.

EllwynX · 10-22-2007, 09:08 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dragoneye

I for one, adore our winters. you can't beat the fluffy white stuff.

I agree. I'd never want to live somewhere that didn't have 'proper' seasons.

CA and FL are fine to visit, but I'd never live there.

My cars have always been daily drivers. My resources aren't deep enough to have 2 car payments.

That said I COULD keep my car in the garage during winter months since I have a garage. But really, we don't get THAT much snow here in South Jersey. Maybe 2 or 3 actual 'storms' each winter. And even then they may not be worthy of the title 'storm'. In the last 7 years I can only remember 2 or 3 times we got enough snow to be considered a nuisance.

NJ may have the highest property taxes and highest car insurance rates, but it is wonderfully liberal and has 'moderate' seasons (at least the southern region does anyway). LOL

10-21-2007, 10:55 PM	#1
Moose Moderator Drives: '99 Camaro SS #1392 Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Newtown, Pa. Posts: 3,982	Winter preparations begin :( Well, the car show, cruise, summer season is winding down, and the SS is going to the "Dr." tomorrow to have all his filters changed, along with the oil, followed by a final detailing before hibernation. :( Although I prefer the cold/winter, I'm hoping the weather holds out for a few more weeks so that I can get a few more rides in. Anyone else store their Camaro for winter?

10-22-2007, 10:14 AM	#4
Mr. Wyndham I used to be Dragoneye... Drives: 2018 ZL1 1LE Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Buffalo, NY Posts: 31,873 View My Garage	I for one, adore our winters. you can't beat the fluffy white stuff. It does suck though that there is always such a crapload of salt laid down. Put your "baby" to sleep, Moose - it'll thank you when it wakes up, if you know what I mean We have to put away the '79 early, like a month ago...it doesn't get driven much "given the semi-classic nature of the vehicle" So it gets put away late september, but alas, not like it should be. It's my Dad's and so, he really doesn't pay too much attention, putting it away, to him, means parking it in the garage, leaving as much space between it, and the minivan as possible. If I had my way, the filters would all be changed, the oil, the coolant, the battery disconnected, and rags stuffed up the tailpipes, right before the cover goes on. __________________ *"Keep the faith."* - Fbodfather

10-22-2007, 11:07 AM	#5
Kyle.Gilmour Charter Circle Member Drives: 427 LSX- with TWINS Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Back in Michigan!! Do miss ATX and my Tejas friends Posts: 2,745 View My Garage	I put my 85 Chevy truck away last weekend. It's in the barn on blocks as to not get a flat spot on the tires. It will get extra attention this year as I am moving from Snowy Northern Michigan (Oct 21st = 83F) (should be 25F) to Texas and he is not making the trip down there for the first year. October is always a sad time for me, since I have to put it away. __________________

10-22-2007, 01:12 PM	#6
Stuck Desires10 Yep...I'll own one! Drives: 1979 Chevrolet Caprice Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Ohio Posts: 6	Unfortunatly, I have not the ability to garage my beautiful baby....but....thats only cause I won't buy another car right now cause I'm saving for camaro :P So this baby rides the snow and salt __________________

10-22-2007, 01:37 PM	#9
The_Stache SoCal Race Team #13 Drives: 2010 1SS:RS:LS3:SW Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Gilbert, AZ Posts: 1,800 View My Garage	winter prep in Arizona consists of wearing long sleeves and pants... My camaro will see year round driving. Its supposed to be low 90's this week... __________________ A.K.A - Diarmadhi (old handle) - So much to do.. So little money Owner : Fast-Stache Industries LLC

10-22-2007, 12:39 AM	#2
TAG UR IT www.Camaro5store.com Drives: 2014 ZL1 #705 Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: SA, Texas Posts: 26,544 View My Garage	I get to drive mine 365. It had been garaged kept up there in Des Moines, IA which is why there were so few miles. Sorry it has to hibernate. But, at least you get those beautiful snowy winters!

10-22-2007, 07:11 AM	#3
stovt001 Drives: 2006 Cobalt, 2004 Taurus wagon Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: California Posts: 3,810	Yet another reason why I love living in Southern California.

10-22-2007, 01:30 PM	#7
TAG UR IT www.Camaro5store.com Drives: 2014 ZL1 #705 Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: SA, Texas Posts: 26,544 View My Garage	^Woo Hoo! An old Caprice Classic. God, I loved that car. I had a 77'. Boy did that car see some great times. It's like 52 this morning...cold and rainy. Ugh...where the heck did this come from???

10-22-2007, 01:35 PM	#8
Jak Drives: 03 Dodge Dakota Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: New York Posts: 627	on winter. Can't stand it, but ofcourse I live here in freaking NY. Wouldn't be so bad if they'd ease up on the damn salt, but people have to have bare pavement right up to their doorsteps.

10-22-2007, 02:22 PM	#11
acscamarochick06 Chevrolet Enthusiast Drives: 2011 Camaro SS ;) Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Bowling Green, Kentucky Posts: 807 View My Garage	67 degrees and raining right now here in good ole KY. My Camaro is the daily driver, unless there's ice then she stays in the garage. And anytime I have to drive in salt, the car wash calls my name... I just bundle up in my coat and put on some gloves! Very glad we're getting some much needed rain though!!! This drought is a killer!! __________________

10-22-2007, 05:22 PM	#12
stovt001 Drives: 2006 Cobalt, 2004 Taurus wagon Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: California Posts: 3,810	Back home in Southern California it is in the mid 80s to low 90s all this week, with almost no humidity and the dreaded winds. Here in Oxford, it is in the low 50s getting deep into the thirties at night, humid (but you can't tell) calm, alternating periods of clouds and sunshine. I'm not sure which one I'd rather have right now

10-22-2007, 08:33 PM	#13
bcannan354 Drives: 1968 Camaro Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Naples,Florida Posts: 184	Sunny and about 86 today with a slight easterly breeze. Played golf and sweated mt a$$ off for most of the day. I feel sorry for the people that have to put the rides away for the winter. Downn in FL we are gearing up for car show season, there is a car show almost every weekend from now until late March. I have never thought about the winters up north and having to store your car out of the elements.

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