Time Between Engine Operation
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Time Between Engine Operation
I mostly plan to use my F350 for some around town use and towing of our camper. So it could be days between engine start/operation. My question is;is there a recommended duration between starts or operation. In other words how long can you go without operating the engine?
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Take it out at least once a week and drive it hard. Take it on the highway and drive 15 or 20 miles let it get good and warm and all drive cycles tests completed.
As far as just starting it depends on your environment real cold temps you may wanna do it every couple of days. Altho you can buy all kindsa toys, battery minder, block heater on a timer etc.
As far as just starting it depends on your environment real cold temps you may wanna do it every couple of days. Altho you can buy all kindsa toys, battery minder, block heater on a timer etc.
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If the truck is going to sit for a couple weeks it's a good idea use a battery tender.
Otherwise there is no issue as long as when you do drive it its for extended periods and not 5 minutes at a time.
Otherwise there is no issue as long as when you do drive it its for extended periods and not 5 minutes at a time.
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