Storing Slicks Questions
03-24-2009, 02:06 PM
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Storing Slicks Questions
Hey guys, I was just wondering what everyone is doing for storing slicks for the short term? I found the thread on how to properly store them over the winter, but whats the best way to store them for 2-3 weeks at a time? In plastic bags, blanket, air in them and if so how much, no air in them, standing up, laying down, stacked, side by side, etc. I just want to make sure I am maximizing this new sets longevity.
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03-24-2009, 02:34 PM
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Re: Storing Slicks Questions
john from M&H should have some insight, i am sure he will chime in...
...moderators -- can we think about putting together a FAQ thread for the Drag Racing forum? there are several questions that happen frequently that would fit well in a FAQ section - just a thought...
...moderators -- can we think about putting together a FAQ thread for the Drag Racing forum? there are several questions that happen frequently that would fit well in a FAQ section - just a thought...
03-24-2009, 10:31 PM
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I know when I store mine over winter, I store them in the basement, so that they don't freeze, and not crinkled with anything piled on them. Not sure its effective, but meh.
03-25-2009, 04:23 AM
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I store mine (still on the rims) on buckets so that the slicks do not touch the ground/anything else. I also store mine at room temp in open air.
03-25-2009, 04:40 AM
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Re: Storing Slicks Questions
Hey guys, I was just wondering what everyone is doing for storing slicks for the short term? I found the thread on how to properly store them over the winter, but whats the best way to store them for 2-3 weeks at a time? In plastic bags, blanket, air in them and if so how much, no air in them, standing up, laying down, stacked, side by side, etc. I just want to make sure I am maximizing this new sets longevity.
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#1- Let the air out.
#2- Lay the slicks on there side.
#3- Cover them up.
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03-25-2009, 06:27 AM
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I'll be getting a set of slicks here in a week or so. There used. is it ok to store them on my covered back porch since i don't have a garage? or do i need to keep them inside?
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Is there any thing to wipe on them to keep them from drying out?
I got some old slicks that are getting dry cracks/rot. wonder if there is a way to prevent that. they have plenty of tread left so it seems a waste to trash them.
I got some old slicks that are getting dry cracks/rot. wonder if there is a way to prevent that. they have plenty of tread left so it seems a waste to trash them.
03-25-2009, 08:44 AM
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Re: Storing Slicks Questions
The best thing to do here is inside. Under your circumstances, get a 55-Gallon plastic bag and lay one slick down on it's sidewall and the other on top. Put the plastic bag over the slicks and cover them up with a banket. If it rains alot in your town, put a plastic bag over the blanket.
Be SAFE and Good Luck.
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03-25-2009, 08:52 AM
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Once they start dry cracking / rot, it's time to change them out. I would spend $300.00 for a pair then $3,000 in repairs on you car. If money is tight, save up and get a new set the track will always be there. The main word here is SAFETY, what is the old saying measure twice cut once.
Good Luck and be SAFE.
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03-25-2009, 10:38 AM
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mine got stored in the cold garage this winter (bad idea)
I'll see how the cold affected them at the track on fri.
I'll see how the cold affected them at the track on fri.
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Re: Storing Slicks Questions
I use these and I like them, helps when I trasport my slicks.
http://www.tirerack.com/accessories/detail.jsp?ID=62
I have thought about getting this for storage.
http://www.mygaragestore.com/detail.aspx?ID=940
http://www.tirerack.com/accessories/detail.jsp?ID=62
I have thought about getting this for storage.
http://www.mygaragestore.com/detail.aspx?ID=940
03-25-2009, 03:23 PM
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i keep mine in bed with me. every now and then i pull a dutch oven, this is necessary to keep the compound within the rubber active as the molecules rapidly move around hoping to get as far from the smell as possible. rotate the tires every time you dutch oven them for equal distribution.
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hahahaha first thing to make me laugh todayi keep mine in bed with me. every now and then i pull a dutch oven, this is necessary to keep the compound within the rubber active as the molecules rapidly move around hoping to get as far from the smell as possible. rotate the tires every time you dutch oven them for equal distribution.
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Re: Storing Slicks Questions
Hello daddy,
The best thing to do here is inside. Under your circumstances, get a 55-Gallon plastic bag and lay one slick down on it's sidewall and the other on top. Put the plastic bag over the slicks and cover them up with a banket. If it rains alot in your town, put a plastic bag over the blanket.
Be SAFE and Good Luck.
John
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The best thing to do here is inside. Under your circumstances, get a 55-Gallon plastic bag and lay one slick down on it's sidewall and the other on top. Put the plastic bag over the slicks and cover them up with a banket. If it rains alot in your town, put a plastic bag over the blanket.
Be SAFE and Good Luck.
John
Mandtires.com
