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What should I do for Winter ?

Phil 997 said:
spongebob squarepants said:
Not sure any outdoor cover is a good idea with the UK climate?, trapping moisture etc? without a garage id go with Mattys idea :thumb:
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:grin: tis true covers are not ideal , best option would be to drive it and enjoy it but OP seems reluctant , maybe because hes not actually experienced how good and safe these cars are in poor weather , so he might change his mind , :grin: saw a great video about 15 mins ago of a 997 with PASM on a forced skid pad and it handled just as we know they can , perfectly :grin: :thumb:
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Two worries I have... 1. Corrosion. 2. Other numpties who don't seem to understand icy weather and physics and still scoot into corners, or drive one inch off your back bumper expecting to be able to steer and stop as normal.

I've driven my 4S in snow and ice and it was brilliant.
 
Thank you all for the replies.... definitely will get the stuff for window rubbers. As for taking the trays off and waxing it is this something I can do via jacks and axles stands and still get it coated properly?

Totally agree about being in the garage is the best options but turfing the Mini out is a project in itself.

I thought about this as a car cover...

https://www.classicadditions.com/en-GB/outdoor-car-covers/ultimate-outdoor-car-cover/prod_10077

What if I put an indoor cover on it first?

Thanks again.
 
Someone posted recently singing the praises of a 'carcoon'. May be worth a look?
 
I'm in the camp that says a cover is better than no cover. I have a cab and the roof had blocked rain ducts and had water in the interior, so I got that corrected, but as a precaution bought an outdoor fitter cover for when it's on my driveway in the summer. I bought a Stormforce outdoor car cover and put it on when the car is clean. It has kept the car looking great and doesn't move at all even in a gail since it's fitted and also has two straps that you can pull to lash it nice and tight. Its soft (ish) inside too so will minimise any rubbing on the paintwork (but I keep it waxed anyway to protect it).

When I pull the cover off the car there is some slight dampness, but only really from condensation. Yes it's not perfect, but it doesnt budge an inch when on even in strong wind, and is totally water proof. I can take it off and refit in a few seconds now I have learnt the knack of putting the mirrors in their slots first and then pulling over the front and back last.

In short, IMO you are better with a fitted cover than nothing at all.

I think this was the badger: https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Porsche-...mforce-Outdoor-Car-Cover-Fitted-/322065131122

If you have the space and power for an outdoor carcoon, I'd highly recommend it, more money, but I'm told they keep the car in as good condition as a garage due to the air flow and carbon filers, plus a built in trickle charger. post about mine below:

http://911uk.com/viewtopic.php?t=130736
 
MaxA said:
I'd use dehumidifiers, a trickle charger and keep the tyre pressures pumped up. But I wouldn't want to lay it up outside under a cover really. It would be good if you could to give it a run on a dry day from time to time.
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+1 also on the dehumidifier packs, I have these in my rear footwells to make sure no moisture is in the interior when it's not in use, they seem to do a good job and have taken out all the moister then the roof rain ducts got blocked:

https://www.amazon.co.uk/PINGI-REUSABLE-CAR-DEHUMIDIFIER-3pk/dp/B018XN76S4
 
Milo72 said:
Thank you all for the replies.... definitely will get the stuff for window rubbers. As for taking the trays off and waxing it is this something I can do via jacks and axles stands and still get it coated properly?

Totally agree about being in the garage is the best options but turfing the Mini out is a project in itself.

I thought about this as a car cover...

https://www.classicadditions.com/en-GB/outdoor-car-covers/ultimate-outdoor-car-cover/prod_10077

What if I put an indoor cover on it first?

Thanks again.
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Milo, the Waxoil comes in aerosol type cans (so really easy to apply). JZM did mine with the aid of a car lift so can't comment on utilising axle stands - but if you are careful why not. Just be bloomin' careful chap! I seem to remember using some old boxes of porcelain tiles to support my old Mini Cooper when changing the exhaust.. make of that Tom-foolery what you will :nooo:

When I had my 993 (I MUST update my signature!) I had a outdoor cover by Specialised Covers https://www.specialisedcovers.com Top price point but lasted years (I had a Stormforce and my personal experience was that it ripped after 18 months and faded like mad).

They can rub the paintwork but a ceramic coating to the coachwork will do wonders. I found the best solution, if you can, was to park the car somewhere less prone to the prevailing winds (down the side of the house etc).
 
I'd say drive it :thumb: for me some of the best days for a good drive are clear, cold, dry days in the winter!

I don't have a garage, but luckily I have another car I can use when it's wet or icy so it doesn't get driven often on wet, salty roads!

+1 for Gummi Pfledge :thumb: If you do lay it up, personally I wouldn't use a cover, just give it a liberal coat of good wax without buffing it off too much and lots of ACF50 on anything you can get to! If its in a garage then either good ventilation to stop condensation or a humidifier if you want to seal it up!
 
Being a Cab and outside i would go with a cover but im a little concerned about condensation so perhaps some of those silica gell packs .. ive seen them a few times now and they seem like a good idea to me.

Even with a cover and i think your brake discs are going to rust .. 3 monthes or more in damp conditions and thats not going to be so good ..

Not sure what to suggest there .. anyone else ?
 
Thank you all very much, really appreciate all your replies....

Made a few online purchases tonight on the advice provided.... as for the dehumidifier pads, my Tesco is selling them for £4 each at the moment... same ones I got from euro car parts.

Thanks again.
 
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