Motor storage?
 

How long would I be able to store the motor of my 300CE without gaskets (head) and such going bad. Would I have to do anything special for prep before I store it?

Thanks in advance?

I'd put this in technical for better answers.

I've never had headgaskets go bad from sitting. I've had some water or seals seep a little from drying out.

I use Stabil Fogging oil to shoot into the cylinders to prevent them from rusting while it sits.

When I go to re-start a motor that has been sitting I pull the valve cover and pour oil on the cams and down the timing chain.

Also turn the motor over by hand (i used a long socket wrench) every once-in-a-while to make sure all is moving correctly as well.

Answer
 

The critical issue in all cases is keeping it dry = no condensation..


Long Term Engine Storage
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What is considered "long term" engine storage?

Hmm
 

That is a tough question.

My rule of thumb is:

* 6 months to a year is short term.

* Anything over one year = long term.