atv storage

DrZew · #1 (**permalink**) 01-26-2012, 12:09 PM

I have not used my atv since spring 2011. The fuel was removed and the battery is on a float charger. Is there anything I should do before I fire up my sportsman 550 ? thanks..

Kevcules · #2 (**permalink**) 01-26-2012, 12:42 PM

I would say ..no... start her up. Since you removed the fuel , it will turn over a bit more than usual before it starts, which is good , so it can build up some oil pressure. You should be fine...

Kevin

Russ C · #3 (**permalink**) 01-26-2012, 01:21 PM

add 1 oz of seafoam per gallon of gas to help clean the fuel system when you get it running

res2cue · #4 (**permalink**) 01-26-2012, 04:42 PM

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Originally Posted by Russ C

add 1 oz of seafoam per gallon of gas to help clean the fuel system when you get it running

+1 what Russ said!

chopper89 · #5 (**permalink**) 01-26-2012, 04:58 PM

check oil if you havent already and take your air filter out and check for mice packing what ever corn seeds leaves and crap in your air cleaner area or exhaust any crevice that they could get into . and seafoam like russ c mentioned .