winter start up - 63/64 Cadillac Website2024-03-29T02:28:46Zhttps://6364cadillac.ning.com/forum/topics/winter-start-up?commentId=6543066%3AComment%3A198378&xg_source=activity&feed=yes&xn_auth=noA good point.
Emergency towi…tag:6364cadillac.ning.com,2019-02-10:6543066:Comment:1983782019-02-10T07:02:02.468Z1d5kgb41rmhu4https://6364cadillac.ning.com/xn/detail/u_1d5kgb41rmhu4
<p>A good point. </p>
<p>Emergency towing service is another very important safety consideration when driving an old car. Most car insurance companies offer this for a modest cost.</p>
<p>Having been stuck several times after an engine rebuild and other poor mechanical work, the towing insurance paid for itself the first minute I used it. </p>
<p>And if your tires and spare are more than 5 years old, inspect side walls and between tread ribs carefully for signs of dry rot and cracking. Replace…</p>
<p>A good point. </p>
<p>Emergency towing service is another very important safety consideration when driving an old car. Most car insurance companies offer this for a modest cost.</p>
<p>Having been stuck several times after an engine rebuild and other poor mechanical work, the towing insurance paid for itself the first minute I used it. </p>
<p>And if your tires and spare are more than 5 years old, inspect side walls and between tread ribs carefully for signs of dry rot and cracking. Replace as required. One mishap caused by tire failure will set you back more than a set of new rubber. </p>
<p></p> And a good credit card too.tag:6364cadillac.ning.com,2019-02-10:6543066:Comment:1984602019-02-10T06:21:43.072Z2o93f8rdftyzjhttps://6364cadillac.ning.com/xn/detail/u_2o93f8rdftyzj
<p>And a good credit card too.</p>
<p>And a good credit card too.</p> 1. Check lubricant and fluids…tag:6364cadillac.ning.com,2019-02-10:6543066:Comment:1982882019-02-10T05:59:25.500Z1d5kgb41rmhu4https://6364cadillac.ning.com/xn/detail/u_1d5kgb41rmhu4
<p>1. Check lubricant and fluids before starting </p>
<p>2. Cranking motor spins oil pump if fuel system lines are good should pull gas from tank after second try </p>
<p>3. Make Sure choke is set for cold start</p>
<p>4. Let car warm up before driving </p>
<p>5. Low tranny fluid could cause slipping out of gear when stopping. Suggest warming up and test stopping and starting a few times before venturing out on the road </p>
<p>6. Bring tools fluids and supplies emergency flashlight etc…</p>
<p>1. Check lubricant and fluids before starting </p>
<p>2. Cranking motor spins oil pump if fuel system lines are good should pull gas from tank after second try </p>
<p>3. Make Sure choke is set for cold start</p>
<p>4. Let car warm up before driving </p>
<p>5. Low tranny fluid could cause slipping out of gear when stopping. Suggest warming up and test stopping and starting a few times before venturing out on the road </p>
<p>6. Bring tools fluids and supplies emergency flashlight etc with you </p>
<p>7. Check air in tires and spare </p>
<p>8. Travel in fair weather daylight conditions and go early in the day </p>
<p>9. Good to keep using the car even in the off season. </p>
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