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Old 12-06-2009, 04:06 PM   #1
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Sorry if this has already been covered. I have a 2005 Boxster S and do not need to drive it from now (Dec. ) until approx. March or April. My question is what concerns I may need to consider if I store it and do not drive it for this length of time. I do have a battery tender so the battery will be on full charge. I also realize that the tires will flat spot but hopefully will be O.K. after a few miles. If I start the car and let in run for 15-20 minutes without moving it, will this be enough to keep any parts or systems from failing due to lack of use? I have been told that seals can go bad very quickly due to lack of use. I appreciate any input here. Thanks.
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Old 12-06-2009, 05:30 PM   #2
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Yes its been covered.. mutiple time. But since your new... Welcome!

1. Read the owners manual, it talks about storage.
2. I take my tires up to about 50-55 psi
3. I throw a bottle of gas stabilizer in the tank before my year end fill up.
4. Some guys change the oil before storing
5. Some guy wash and wax before storing
6. Once stored, leave it that way... do not start it up until your ready to pull it our of storage. Turning it over and running every couple of weeks just burns gas, builds up soot and water vapor in the exhaust.
7. I leave the battery hooked-up with no charger, then again, my battery is not prone to dis-charging.
8. I leave the car un-locked.... no lock, no alarm, minimum battery drain.

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Old 12-06-2009, 05:34 PM   #3
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Carcapsule... I have already been accused of babying the car. If anyone saw that, who knows what they would think? I want to know how you get out of the car once its parked?
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Old 12-07-2009, 03:27 AM   #6
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that is a good question... im not sure. my guess is really carefully
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