In loving memory of Kenis D. Keathley 6/4/81 - 3/27/22 Loving father, husband, brother, friend and firewood hoarder Rest in peace, Dexterday

Storing a tractor, cheap

Discussion in 'Chainsaws and Power Equipment' started by cezar, Apr 4, 2026 at 7:28 PM.

  1. cezar

    cezar

    Joined:
    Oct 12, 2021
    Messages:
    427
    Likes Received:
    1,753
    Location:
    KY
    I have a Ford 2n that won't sell (for $900). It has blown rings and needs a rebuild. Otherwise in fantastic shape.

    I need it out of my garage for other stuff. How can I store this thing for a few years outside for like no money where it won't rust away? I figure if I can't sell it I might as well fix it down the road and use it.
     
  2. Screwloose

    Screwloose

    Joined:
    Jan 15, 2017
    Messages:
    5,539
    Likes Received:
    32,531
    Location:
    SE Wisconsin
    I have done this a few times, a couple of tractors and machine tools.
    Get some blocks to keep it off the ground. Jack it up, place a large tarp over the blocks and set it down. Spray everything with fluid film, oil mineral spirits mix or your favorite..... inside, under ECT.
    Wrap the tarp bottom up and tie it up. Put stuff over the poky bits. Wrap another tarp over the top and tie it tightly so nothing can flap around. Add another tarp over the top to protect the main tarp. Keep everything tight and if the top tarp starts to deteriorate add another one over it.
     
  3. wiguy

    wiguy

    Joined:
    Aug 7, 2025
    Messages:
    80
    Likes Received:
    521
    Location:
    Wisconsin
    And then keep the mice out of it.
     
  4. Screwloose

    Screwloose

    Joined:
    Jan 15, 2017
    Messages:
    5,539
    Likes Received:
    32,531
    Location:
    SE Wisconsin
    Because of the liberal application of smelly goopy stuff being wrapped inside I have found mice are not interested in entering.
     
  5. cezar

    cezar

    Joined:
    Oct 12, 2021
    Messages:
    427
    Likes Received:
    1,753
    Location:
    KY
    This is what I was looking for. thanks!