2007-01-16 05:33:32 · 14 answers · asked by cutie_cutie_74 2 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
You can do several different things. You can buy this fuel additative, called heat. Also you can have the service station attach an electicial cord to your car battery and plug it in at night or when really cold outside. This works the best, but costs several hundred dollars. I'm from northern WI. and i loved it.Good luck.
2007-01-16 05:41:43 · answer #1 · answered by Jewels 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
is it an old truck, car, van, straight 4, 6 or V8? carb or injection, make model year engine type all helps to help you. is the fuel tank 1/4 1/2 or full? add a winter fuel additive and keep the tank FULL in the winter to avoid water condensation getting into the gas line and freezing. so all we know it is petrol (gas) and that won't start in cold temps? does the starter turn the engine with the headlights on without the headlights dimming? if yes then the battery and starter are fine and you have a fuel problem. if no, bring the battery indoors and use a trickle charger. if it still won't give 12volts under heavy load then change the battery as modern electronics won't fire on 10volts (a single bad cell). if the battery is now warmed and voltage ok under load, spray some quickstart (ether) down the air inlet and it should start, but we need to unfreeze the gas lines or it won't run for long. it needs to be brought into a warm garage or building or parked in the sunlight for a while then fill the tank with good fuel. in bad weather see if you can run an ordinary inspection lamp from the house to under the bonnet, or better yet install a block heater. it will only cost a few pennies a night but save a lot of grief in the morning.
2016-05-25 01:13:07 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Put a fuel conditioner in with your next tank of gas. There are several brands, I would prefer "Heat". This will help suspend the water vapor in your gas tank so that it doesn't freeze. Gasoline, itself, will not freeze.
If you have a diesel engine, the problem is gelling. Use an anti-gel additive like Howe's or Lucas if the temp is going to be <15F. Using #1 diesel instead of #2 will also help.
Hope this answers your question.
2007-01-16 05:40:16 · answer #3 · answered by J.R. 6 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Buy gas line antifreeze at the local part store walmart for about $ 1 and add 1 in gas tank and keep gas tank always above 3/4 prevents moisture buildup and if you cab fill with seper gas
Good uck
2007-01-16 05:42:52 · answer #4 · answered by shawn s 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You can buy single dose bottles of gas line antifreeze at most gas stations, hardware stores or auto supply stores. Just follow the directions on the bottle. Basically, they are a pre-measured amount of alcohol that you add when you fill up with gas.
2007-01-16 08:25:49 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
The rubber won't freeze; gasoline itself will still burn at -97F, so I don't see you concern, really, unless you are worried about the small amount of water that may be in some gasolines.
In that event, keep your fuel tank full, and you put an addative in your tank if it is going to be REALLY cold. Try Red Line.
2007-01-16 05:42:24 · answer #6 · answered by Steve H 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Use a Product called Dry Gas you should be able to purchase it at any auto parts store or even some convience stores carry it but, you'll probably pay more for it there.
2007-01-16 05:42:12 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Gas doesn't freeze, water does. Use some drygas, or Heet.
2007-01-16 05:38:59 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Keep the tank towards the full side, you don't need any of the additives.
2007-01-16 05:43:31 · answer #9 · answered by done wrenching 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Be sure there is no water in your fuel tank. If in doubt, add alcohol which will mix with the water and burn it!
2007-01-16 05:37:25 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋