Alternate sources of heat. A fireplace or a wood- or coal-burning stove can be a lifesaver in winter weather; make sure you have plenty of whatever fuel your alternative source of heat requires.
2001 infiniti All you have to do is stick the tube in the coolant, squeeze the bulb at the top, release and let the coolant fill the tube, and then count how many disks float. Read the label on the side of the tester and that will indicate how low the outside temperature can be before your coolant will freeze. You can pick up a good antifreeze tester for about $20.00 at just about any parts supply store.
The next step is to dry all of your compartments and rugs. A wet / dry shop vac works great in decreasing the time it will take for everything to dry. Be sure to leave all of your compartment lids open to ensure the boat is dried out. This may take a few days depending on the weather.
prepare for winter Likewise, there are many models of gloves available for winter running. Mittens are ideal for really cold days because your fingers can press together and heat each other. Also, if you’d like, you can hold onto some of those disposable heat packs for additional warmth.
cars in winter If you have, for example, driven to your summer-house and boiling water or blow-lamp is not available, you can warm the lock. Try to find something warm from your car, which you can frap your lock in so that the cylinder is accessible. You can repeatedly heat up a cigarette lighter or a lighter and push it against the lock. That way you can warm it up and break the ice.
Steel wheels tend to be much heavier than alloys so add to the unsprung weight of a car. This results in poor acceleration and a sluggish feel to the steering. They also lower the centre of gravity of the car giving a much sturdier and sure feel to the overall handling. Fuel consumption may rise as the engine now has to drive the extra weight. The tougher steel wheels can cope with kerb strikes much more easily and any cosmetic damage can be hidden with wheel trims. These tend to be inexpensive and easily replaced if they are cracked. Any wheel trims need to be securely fastened to prevent them coming off and causing danger when on the move.