Cold weather issues
#1
Cold weather issues
Anybody got good tips for truck care in cold climates. Just general tips. I don't want to kill my motor b/c of the cold. Little tips like rinse the road salt off ASAP. Let the motor warm up, before driving off. Thanks.
#4
Senior Member
Where are you at and just how cold in the climate?
#5
Cycle For Fun and Health
Check your coolant solution - should be protected to about -37 degrees normally.
Over flow tank filled to proper level.
Tire air pressure will drop off with low temperatures.
Windshield washer cleaner filled with proper solution of anti freeze.
Wipers in good condition.
Ice scrapers in vehicles.
If you are driving on salted roads, really should wash underbody at least every week.
Over flow tank filled to proper level.
Tire air pressure will drop off with low temperatures.
Windshield washer cleaner filled with proper solution of anti freeze.
Wipers in good condition.
Ice scrapers in vehicles.
If you are driving on salted roads, really should wash underbody at least every week.
#6
Check your coolant solution - should be protected to about -37 degrees normally.
Over flow tank filled to proper level.
Tire air pressure will drop off with low temperatures.
Windshield washer cleaner filled with proper solution of anti freeze.
Wipers in good condition.
Ice scrapers in vehicles.
If you are driving on salted roads, really should wash underbody at least every week.
Over flow tank filled to proper level.
Tire air pressure will drop off with low temperatures.
Windshield washer cleaner filled with proper solution of anti freeze.
Wipers in good condition.
Ice scrapers in vehicles.
If you are driving on salted roads, really should wash underbody at least every week.
#7
Senior Member
Check your coolant solution - should be protected to about -37 degrees normally.
Over flow tank filled to proper level.
Tire air pressure will drop off with low temperatures.
Windshield washer cleaner filled with proper solution of anti freeze.
Wipers in good condition.
Ice scrapers in vehicles.
If you are driving on salted roads, really should wash underbody at least every week.
Over flow tank filled to proper level.
Tire air pressure will drop off with low temperatures.
Windshield washer cleaner filled with proper solution of anti freeze.
Wipers in good condition.
Ice scrapers in vehicles.
If you are driving on salted roads, really should wash underbody at least every week.
Last edited by MZEMS2; 11-24-2013 at 08:32 AM.
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#8
Underground Rock Hound
Depends on how "cold" cold weather conditions are to you. Where we live, -30 with high winds are common..
If you are in real cold weather..
Use your block heater when -15C or colder. It lowers the viscosity of the oil and protects the engine from cold start wear.
Carry jumper cables. Not only for your use, but to help that damsel in distress and feel like a super hero.
Use a battery blanket. Adds years to battery life, prevents frozen battery.
Get a winter front. Not only allows the engine to warm up faster supplying more heat quicker faster, it slows the engine cooling time.
Keep fuel tank above 1/2 full. Supplies extra weight for added traction. I've been stuck in a truck overnight during a blizzard. The extra fuel helped keep us from freezing. (If you are ever stuck in a vehicle, only run the engine for short periods. Check that the tail pipe has a free path for exhaust, and have a window cracked to supply fresh air.)
If you are in real cold weather..
Use your block heater when -15C or colder. It lowers the viscosity of the oil and protects the engine from cold start wear.
Carry jumper cables. Not only for your use, but to help that damsel in distress and feel like a super hero.
Use a battery blanket. Adds years to battery life, prevents frozen battery.
Get a winter front. Not only allows the engine to warm up faster supplying more heat quicker faster, it slows the engine cooling time.
Keep fuel tank above 1/2 full. Supplies extra weight for added traction. I've been stuck in a truck overnight during a blizzard. The extra fuel helped keep us from freezing. (If you are ever stuck in a vehicle, only run the engine for short periods. Check that the tail pipe has a free path for exhaust, and have a window cracked to supply fresh air.)
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#10
Cycle For Fun and Health
Depends on how "cold" cold weather conditions are to you. Where we live, -30 with high winds are common..
If you are in real cold weather..
Use your block heater when -15C or colder. It lowers the viscosity of the oil and protects the engine from cold start wear.
Carry jumper cables. Not only for your use, but to help that damsel in distress and feel like a super hero.
Use a battery blanket. Adds years to battery life, prevents frozen battery.
Get a winter front. Not only allows the engine to warm up faster supplying more heat quicker faster, it slows the engine cooling time.
Keep fuel tank above 1/2 full. Supplies extra weight for added traction. I've been stuck in a truck overnight during a blizzard. The extra fuel helped keep us from freezing. (If you are ever stuck in a vehicle, only run the engine for short periods. Check that the tail pipe has a free path for exhaust, and have a window cracked to supply fresh air.)
If you are in real cold weather..
Use your block heater when -15C or colder. It lowers the viscosity of the oil and protects the engine from cold start wear.
Carry jumper cables. Not only for your use, but to help that damsel in distress and feel like a super hero.
Use a battery blanket. Adds years to battery life, prevents frozen battery.
Get a winter front. Not only allows the engine to warm up faster supplying more heat quicker faster, it slows the engine cooling time.
Keep fuel tank above 1/2 full. Supplies extra weight for added traction. I've been stuck in a truck overnight during a blizzard. The extra fuel helped keep us from freezing. (If you are ever stuck in a vehicle, only run the engine for short periods. Check that the tail pipe has a free path for exhaust, and have a window cracked to supply fresh air.)
So far no one has commented on carrying emergency blankets, clothing and water inside the vehicle.
All very necessary if you get stranded where help may not come for a period of time.