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Storage - One Month
• While the engine is running, treat upper cylinders by spraying engine fogging agent (from
your local aftermarket supplier) into the air intake for about two minutes. Open throttle for
short burst of speed, shut off engine and allow it to come to a stop while continuing to spray
into air intake.
• Leave spark plugs in holes or seal spark plug holes with suitable threaded metal plugs and
cover all openings into engine with dust-proof caps or shields (suitable non-hygroscopic
material).
• If engine is less transmission, spray flywheel and ring gear with mixture of one part
recommended engine oil, and one part Stoddard Solvent or equivalent.
• Check coolant protection. Store indoors in dry area.
Storage - Indefinite Period
• Drain crankcase completely and refill with recommended engine oil, (SAE 10) or equivalent.
• Run engine and treat upper cylinders by spraying fogging agent into the air intake for about
two minutes. Open throttle for short burst of speed, shut off engine and allow it to come to a
stop while continuing to spray into air intake.
• Check coolant protection
• Disconnect and remove battery.
• Clean exterior surface of engine.
• Leave spark plugs in holes or seal spark plug holes with suitable threaded metal plugs.
• Seal all openings in engine and accessories with non-hygroscopic material. Mask off all
areas to be used for electrical contacts.
• Make sure all surfaces are dry, then spray all taped openings, all engine accessories
including ignition wiring, and all exterior surfaces of engine with Insulation Compound.
• If engines are equipped with automotive type clutch, block clutch in slightly disengaged
position so that lining and pressure plates are not in contact.
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