Cold Start Worries

[James]

So it is -8 here in Pennsylvania. My 2000 Pickup has 120,000 miles and I bought it new. I used Mobil 5w30 synthetic. Recently, I started using 5w30 synthetic. Just this morning, I tried to start my truck and I heard a tick on the initial start before the oil started circulating.

What do you think is wrong? Should I be worried?

 

[tbplus10]

Short of a dry sump style oil pump there isnt a good way to pre lube before start up, temps that cold just arent good on the oil.

 

[SUVFan]

One thing I do to help protect a car in extreme cold temps is to try and place it in the garage. Also, buying a battery with the coldest cranking amps is a good idea. Consider using a battery blanket during the cold winter months - just remove them before starting. Use a lower viscosity oil (0 weight if you can find it for your vehicle). Make sure to change your oil regularly to prevent sludge which can be your enemy. You can also find engine block warmers if you live in an area of extreme temperatures.

 

[gatorJ]

James, just move to Florida and you won't have those problems. I am originally from Philadelphia. What part of Pennsylvania are you from?

 

[lanebandit]

The weather has been a little unusual lately in the states. Make you wonder what will be coming next.

 

[gatorJ]

I just hope there isn't any bad weather in Florida.

 

[Mastergunz1371]

Did the noise go away after it warmed up?

 

[jazz]

Ya ,,did the tick go away?? It's -35 C here this morning,,or what is commonly know 'round here as winter. Block heaters are standard equipment and I also have a battery tender running with the block heater. I use 5w30 in my 22RE during this season.

 

[toyotafan]

I grew up in Washington state and Idaho. My dad's company had him go into Montana once and they bought another company. Part of the buyout included paying off some workers ... One of whom planned to move South to get out of the cold Montana winters.

"How far south are you going to move? "

"See that cord sticking out of grille? I'm going to drive until someone asks me what that is. Then I'm far enough South. "

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[James]

Ya ,,did the tick go away?? It's -35 C here this morning,,or what is commonly know 'round here as winter. Block heaters are standard equipment and I also have a battery tender running with the block heater. I use 5w30 in my 22RE during this season.

It is 11 degrees today and there is still a tick. I want to move to Texas. Any good jobs down there?