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Strip it down to bare metal, '73rsr backdate. :)

I don't think there were not enough zero's in his budget to do that!

Are you opposed to making cosmetic changes or do you want it to remain stock looking? If you are OK to changes I like the rear seat delete and RS carpet kit suggested earlier. While the carpet is out you could also remove the soundproofing on the floor and update to a lightweight rear soundpad to take a little more weight out.

This is another myth you busted.........

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Originally Posted by scoe911 (Post 5772675)

Why?... Ive had my 82SC for over 12yrs, it sits every winter like yours, and Ive never had a flat spot(currently running Kumo MXs). As far as fuel stabilizer... you don't need it. The gas will not break down in 3 months. The battery tender is a good idea however and it will extend the life of your battery. Buy one and keep the $470 for the higher summer fuel costs.

A lot of guys in this forum keep suggesting this 'winterizing method' after reading numerous times about people must put stabilizer chemicals in the gas tank over the winter. The fuel (gasoline) is more stable specially in colder climate regions for a lot longer than 3 months. If the cars are in good operating condition, all they need at spring time is a fully charge battery. Just my two-cents.

Tony

Optima battery and Momo Prototipo.....

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Originally Posted by maxman (Post 5772489)

Here's a fun question:

It's 1 degree out right now. My '82 SC won't leave the garage for 3 months, at least. It's sitting on jack stands to protect from flat spots. It runs good, needs only a few minor repairs to be done over the winter (seat belt, hood shocks, etc.). The car has about 55k on it an its almost completely stock. It's had some engine dressing done, the air pump removed, tensioner collars installed, and some beautiful sounding exhaust installed. The suspension is stock and it has a brand new set of Star Spec. Z1s.

If you had this car, a nice warm garage, some spare time and let's say $500, what would you do?

~Max

Yes, replace the front Bilsteins. Done in pairs, so that takes care of ~$300.

With 55K on the odo and no major issues, you might want to consider some preventative maintenance/replacement. Not a comprehensive list, but some suggestions to get you started:

1) Flush / fill / bleed brake fluid
2) New brake hoses (due to age regardless of miles)
3) Cap / rotor / plug wires
4) Pull & clean injectors (w/new seals)
5) Preventative electrical upgrades , including:
- headlight relays
- fuse headlight switch
- fuse footwell blowers
- fuse front AC condenser blower
- check/replace battery ground strap
- check/replace trans ground strap
6) Upgrade instrument bulbs to white LED (plug 'n play)
7) Shifter bushings (if not already, time is taking its toll)
8) Blueprint your shifter (see: Seine Systems > Blue Printing the 915 Shift Housing)
9) Get good quality touch-up paint and take care of all of those annoying little stone chips that are too minor to deal with when the sun is out and you'd rather be driving ;)
10) Detail your paint
11) Detail your trunk
12) Detail your interior
13) Re-cover your steering wheel
14) Detail your suspension

Just my $.02, but plenty of ways to spend $500 and -- more importantly -- precious garage time to make your ride that much more enjoyable when the snow melts.

Good luck.

Dale

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Originally Posted by Flat Six (Post 5773120)

you might want to consider some preventative maintenance/replacement. Not a comprehensive list, but some suggestions to get you started

Amen, Dale(well it is Sunday)...I just couldn't get past these fuel and tire myths that have been propagated(without merit) for so long...

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Originally Posted by maxman (Post 5772489)

I would order the hood shocks from our host, locate and order the seat belt, take it off the jack stands, and go for a good long drive at every opportunity of a dry, sunny day.

Regards,
mlfox

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Originally Posted by mlfox (Post 5773200)

I would order the hood shocks from our host, locate and order the seat belt, take it off the jack stands, and go for a good long drive at every opportunity of a dry, sunny day.

Regards,
mlfox

+1 on driving as often as weather allows
+1 on hood shocks -- they're "fun" to install, so you might need and additional six-pack of "tools";)

Wow, winterizing seems to be pretty upsetting to some.

Anyway, I appreciate all the great ideas. The shifter kit is pretty tempting, but I'm thinking I'll put a new set of Bilsteins in the front, along with the other minor projects.

Is there a way to replace just the shock, or do I have to buy the whole assembly with the spindle?

Thanks!

~Max

Rennshift performance shifter. Wevo shift coupler. Or Escort Redline.