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There are many discussions going on on how to store your snowmobile the right way during the off season, which means no use for five months at least. Quite understandably, proper storing measures really does impact your snowmobile’s degree of performance the next time you set out for the next roll of the winter season.

First thing you need to do is find a suitable location for your snowmobile the moment winter starts to wane. Location is important. If you have plans of storing at at home, make sure your storing facility is clean and dry and not exposed to sunlight and other weather elements.

Provided you have the location that you need, next thing you need to do is wax the whole exterior of your snowmobile. Make sure your waxing your machine as if you are going to some car show. A good waxing session prevents dust from settling on your snowmobile’s frame, aside from making it look really good.

Debates have been raging whether it is good to leave the fuel tank full or drained. A full fuel tank prevents condensation in the tank while the snowmobile is in storage. On the other hand, an empty fuel tank prevents rust formation. To really get the best of both worlds, drain the fuel from your snowmobile and have it replaced with fresh fuel. Also you need to add fluid stabilizers to keep your parts from deteriorating. The same goes to the engine oil, brake fluid, and engine coolant.

Dismantle the skis and tracks and store them in an elevated part of the storage room. This will keep them from rotting. Also, you have to make sure to plug any openings in your snowmobile like the air box inlet and exhaust outlet to prevent mice and other critters to from getting inside your vehicles engine system.

Prevent rust formation and corrosion in your spark plugs. You can do this by removing your spark plugs from the engine and coat them with fresh engine oil and fill each cylinders with the same fluid.

You should also disconnect your battery from your snowmobile and have your engine connect to a trickle charger to keep it alive. Prolonged non-use has a deprecating effect in the engine, so you should periodically let your engine run.

Another important thing though, before you store your snowmobile for at least three months, have it checked by mechanics to ensure there are no engine troubles or signs of internal damage.