How often should I start a diesel engine?
I have a 24 ft Class C motorhome with a 188 hp Mercedes Benz engine. It is a 2014 Thor model. I keep it in storage. We travel for at least 3-4 days every 2 months but 3 months during the summer. How o...
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My mechanic that does some servicing of my diesel Dodge truck suggests that I drive at least 20 or more miles after I start it up in the winter. I have heard stories of oil pans rusting out because of short drives in the winter. Not getting totally warmed up. As for farm machinery sitting all winter. Yes it happens all the time. The only down side I see is the batteries going dead.
