Cold (Fridid) Weather Start Diesel?????
I am struggling with a gas vs diesel dilemma for myself. (Most recent generation of diesel). A concern that I have is cold weather start. For example, I am in the middle of nowhere deer hunting. I...
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Lynnmor wrote:
Just so you know; I snowmobile and camp using a 6.7 F250. I plug in if it's available and take my 2000 Honda generator along, just in case. Common sense would tell you to prepare as best you can. If the OP is in the "middle of nowhere" I don't suppose he can call for help. I would never advise anyone to ignore good advice.
I do the same with my 6.0L. Actually my little 1kw Honda inverter will run the block heater. Why not? Sure makes it a lot easier on the engine when she is already warmed up from the inside out. They put a block heater in her for a reason......
Also use Power Services Artic Formula additive, although she will start no problem without it. A little more quiet on start-up and 1mpg difference in overall fuel economy.
