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Laying up for winter


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Has anyone any advice for a decrepit old wimp who can't stand English Winters and is putting the Z under wraps before fleeing the "sceptred isle" for a few months. For example, should the battery be disconnected and if it is will the alarm go off? Or if it isn't will the alarm still go off when it discharges? Any other tips welcome. Thanks.

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Buy some moth balls and wrap them in a rag and stuff then under the seats and around the spare wheel etc , this will stop mice etc making a home in the car they hate the smell

 

Not sure whether the fuel tank is plastic or metal if its plastic run it low if its metal fill it up

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Seals can contract & perish etc over long periods and when in the cold then when started seals blow etc. Starting periodically helps but not just left running at idol for prolonged periods because the oil pressure stays low which isn't the best for engine wear. Getting a friend to start the car and run it up once a month would be ideal :thumbs:

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Starting and letting it run is not good for the car , causes condensation to build up , better just to leave it alone or take it for a drive on a sunny day.

 

Most bikers leave their bikes for 3 or 4 months every year without issue

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Starting and letting it run is not good for the car , causes condensation to build up , better just to leave it alone or take it for a drive on a sunny day.

 

Most bikers leave their bikes for 3 or 4 months every year without issue

 

As I do with my bandit :)

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