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Old 24 October 2002, 09:14 PM
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Okay; apart from the woolly mits, furry hat with bobble and a duffle coat thanks... I mean't the WeRX...

It's my first Fall/Winter with my scooby and was wondering if anyone has any tips on what to do in order to prepare for the colder weather...

My windscreen was iced up this morning so I thought I'd ask...

All replies welcome and appreciated.

PS. I meant 'for the winter' and not 'fot the winter' = pushing the button error!!!

[Edited by adeel.a - 10/24/2002 9:22:57 PM]
Old 24 October 2002, 09:15 PM
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Drive slower
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Old 24 October 2002, 09:16 PM
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Put the car in the garage overnight.

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Old 24 October 2002, 09:20 PM
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if yer've enabled the ignition activated auto-lockin feature, make sure you keep the door open when startin if yer intend gettin out to scrape ice off (and dont wanna be locked out)... :P

my first winter too btw...
Old 24 October 2002, 09:24 PM
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Put the following in the boot
Blanket
Torch
Warning Triangle
Anti freeze
Washer bottle fluid (as you will run out!)
Spare petrol can

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Old 24 October 2002, 09:29 PM
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...got an old bath towel ? Drape it over the screen - saves about 10 minutes in the morning (although your Scoob isn't quite as warmed up as you drive off down the road!)

Good tip about leaving the door open (keep having to remind the wife.)
Old 24 October 2002, 09:33 PM
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Stay in doors, turn up the heating pour yourself a hot chocolate & get home deliveries for the next 6 months....or emmigrate...

[Edited by FERRARINUTTER - 10/24/2002 9:48:26 PM]
Old 24 October 2002, 10:28 PM
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Always use a condom.
Old 24 October 2002, 11:43 PM
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I recomend another brain cell if you have to ask
Old 24 October 2002, 11:53 PM
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I considered the Kenlow engine pre heating system for my car. Set it the night before and it's all warmed up (coolant) before you jump in. You can demist in seconds!

The sad thing is my car is kept in the garage and doesn't come out in inclement weather anyway.

I need help - nurse!

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Old 25 October 2002, 12:11 AM
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Rest assured that if you end up in a field the four wheel drive will help you get out.
Old 25 October 2002, 11:04 AM
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BlackWRX,

Judging from the lack of your profile; it will not be yours!!!

I guess you know all there is to know judging by your most valuable contribution to the discussion...

Thanks...
Old 25 October 2002, 11:09 AM
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main thing is to take it easy out there now that the weather is getting worse and the nights are longer.
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1.Tyres with lots of tread
2.Screenwasher bottle filled with strong cleaner
3.Clean the inside of the windows
4. RainX the oustide of the windows
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