Thinking of storing my Cali in my garage... Pro's & Cons

jamesC · Tuesday at 10:15 AM

I have been toying with the idea of storing my Cali in my garage during the colder months, what are peoples thoughts around the pro's and con's??

I will need to adjust the doors slightly to fit too....

CC44853 · Tuesday at 10:17 AM

Ohhh mammma

CC44853 · Tuesday at 10:18 AM

My only comment would be to remove the awning. It's a fairly straightforward task and probably the highest bit?

WelshGas · Tuesday at 10:22 AM

CC44853 said:
My only comment would be to remove the awning. It's a fairly straightforward task and probably the highest bit?

On an unmodified California fitted with factory awning then the highest point is the centre of the roof.

jamesC · Tuesday at 11:09 AM

WelshGas said:
On an unmodified California fitted with factory awning then the highest point is the centre of the roof.

I was expecting this, but my vehicle is totally stock and the awning appears to be the highest point, although I may find the satnav/aerial housing may also be quite high.

Nicholas Boff · Tuesday at 12:09 PM

Could you reduce the tyre pressure thus lowering the height of the van

jamesC · Tuesday at 12:12 PM

Nicholas Boff said:
Could you reduce the tyre pressure thus lowering the height of the van

absolutely, but my original question was about the pro's and con's of storing a california indoors, however the photos have clearly taken the conversation in a different direction.

secret lemonade drinker · Tuesday at 12:13 PM

Change garage door for a roller one which stows away higher than the opening

ThomasHJ · Tuesday at 1:05 PM

If I had the chance to store my Cali indoors I would. Unless it's a great hassle to get it in and out of the garage. It's safer and the impact the weather has on the vehicle must be hugely different.

66tim99 · Tuesday at 1:25 PM

I can't think of a con, if you don't have to compromise to free up the space, especially if it means you can plug it in.

CC44853 · Tuesday at 1:28 PM

Biggest con would be people don't immediately know you have a Cali and have made excellent life choices.

larrylamb · Tuesday at 1:29 PM

I would just make sure it was completely dry before storing.

WelshGas · Tuesday at 2:35 PM

jamesC said:
I was expecting this, but my vehicle is totally stock and the awning appears to be the highest point, although I may find the satnav/aerial housing may also be quite high.

Experts suggest the following:-
A. Large garage, dry and well ventilated.
B. Car port with no more than 2 sides so there is good ventilation
C. Outside away from trees

Mine has been outside for the past 10yrs. Washed and waxed in the Autumn.