How to Store a Snowmobile
You enjoy racing your snowmobile across snow covered fields for as long as you possibly can. Don't just drive into the garage and park your snowmobile when the snow thins enough that you can no longer use it. Instead, spend the time and prepare to store your snowmobile. You'll be able to prevent damage, which means you can snowmobile sooner the next time winter rolls around.
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Instructions
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Get your snowmobile serviced. Many dealers have more time to service your snowmobile in the spring than at the beginning of winter. You may be able to find a dealer offering a discount for services during this time. Instead of waiting around at the start of the season, you'll be out snowmobiling.
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Clean your snowmobile. You want to wash off any corrosive acids, salt or dirt clinging to your snowmobile. Clean the engine and suspension. Use upholstery cleaner to clean the seat. If you don't need to touch up paint, apply a coat of wax.
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Prepare your spark plugs for storage. Remove the sparks plugs and pour a teaspoon of 2-cycle oil into each cylinder. Pull the recoil start rope a few times. Then reinstall the spark plugs. This prevents rust build up.
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Make repairs to your snowmobile. You want to replace any missing screws or bolts. Touch up any body paint that has been scratch or dinged. If you don't have a professional service your machine, you need to follow the manufacturer's guidelines on servicing the clutches.
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Empty fluids if necessary. If you use a fuel stabilizer, you don't need to empty the gas tank. Otherwise, drain the gas tank and check the fluid in the chain case.
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Choose a place to store your snowmobile. You want to store your snowmobile in a place that is cool and dry. The seat should be stored inside if possible to prevent rodents from using it as nesting material. The track should be off the floor either on a ramp or 2 by 4 boards.
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Put oily rags into any openings like the exhaust pipe. Cover the snowmobile to keep dust from settling and corroding your snowmobile.
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Tips & Warnings
Always refer to your owner's manual before servicing and storing to your snowmobile.
