RE: winter storage: what proceedures should i take?
I dont disagree with any of the advice, but in Alaska I did store many classics.
If it is cold storage leave the tank full, and use at least as much of the bottled HEAT that is recommended. Starting your car is where you see more wear per revolution then ANY other time. Starting it weekly for an entire winter is equal to thousands of miles of use on the engine. Lack of lube is the reason for this. The colder the weather, the longer it takes to lube.
I park mine full, and remove the battery. If I think it will be moved I use a battery blanket, and a trickel charger (1 amp). If you are even remotely worried about rust on the cylinder walls then you can fog the block, but it wont be an issue in the spring after about 10 seconds running.