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BRRRRR, BABY ITS COLD OUTSIDE! The classic vehicle driving clock is ticking away for most people across the country. Cold and dreary weather is upon most of us and shorter days keep us from spending too much time outside. Now is the time to prepare your classic vehicle for the winter weather and storage. It can be a sad time for many, but we are not saying goodbye, only saying till next year. Till then, we at Farm Boy Garage, your one stop shop for classic vehicle restoration, have a few tips for winter storage to preserve its condition.   WAX ON, WAX OFF ~ Wash, wax and polish that beauty up. Giving it a good detailing helps prevent corrosion and tarnish during the cold months. It also keeps grit and grime from scratching your car if you choose to cover it. Don’t forget the interior, vacuum, wipe down and make sure all materials are protected.   FILL THAT TANK ~ Fill your classic restorations tank with premium fuel and add a fuel stabilizer. The stabilizer will prevent...

How To Store Your Classic Car During Cold Winter Weather

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The colder temperatures are here! So what does that mean for your classic car or truck? Are you storing it properly? Major damage can occur if you don't. Have no fear, our classic car restoration shop is here to give you a few tips for storing your classic car, truck, or muscle car in winter weather in this week's blog. Call Farm Boy Garage today for all your classic car restoration needs. We can be reached at 515-528-8904. How To Store Your Classic Car During Cold Winter Weather Check your fluids. You don't want anything freezing over the winter, so be sure to check all your fluids. This can include, but is not limited to: Radiator Fluid Oil Transmission Fluid A/C Coolant Windshield Washer Fluid Brake Fluid Consider disconnecting your battery. Disconnecting the battery can reduce your chances of having any electrical issues while you are storing it in the wintertime. You can try purchasing a battery tinder to keep it fully charged. Keep your hood propped up. Doing this c...