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RE: Laying up my UrQ



"Ian J Haseltine" <Jim_Haseltine@classic.msn.com> wrote:

> Remember, cars are designed for regular use, and some actually thrive on it. 
> When cars sit around idle, mechanical and electrical parts start corroding and 
> can seize solid very quickly, tyres can develop flat spots from the weight of 
> the car if left in one position for months at a time, and the volatile parts 
> of petrol can evaporate - its not easy starting a car on fuel with explosive 
> properties on a par with distilled water (BTDT).

Yes, also I understand that engine seals and such may begin to leak if
not 
doused with the appropriate fluids regularly as they are then the engine
is 
occasionally started.

Ken