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Dec 17, 2020 | 11:08 AM

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chiefdave

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Winter time diesel operation

I just purchased a '20 F150 with the 3.0 diesel. This is my first diesel so are there any precautions for winter operations? I live in central Missouri and the temp can dip into the teens for a few days at a time. The truck is equipped with the block heater. The local gas stations have already posted the pumps have been switched to winter blend fuel.

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Dec 19, 2020 | 08:51 AM

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For temperatures in the teens, you shouldn't need the block heater. It won't hurt though. Put the heater on a timer.

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Dec 21, 2020 | 11:08 AM

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I would carry some fuel filters on hand in case you gel up.

Unlikely since you reported the stations have changed.

Ford also makes some anti gel. Nothing wrong with adding that in.

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Dec 23, 2020 | 01:30 AM

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Originally Posted by chiefdave

I just purchased a '20 F150 with the 3.0 diesel. This is my first diesel so are there any precautions for winter operations? I live in central Missouri and the temp can dip into the teens for a few days at a time. The truck is equipped with the block heater. The local gas stations have already posted the pumps have been switched to winter blend fuel.

How’s the 3.0 so far? If you want carry a bottle of liquid heat (anti gel) just to be safe

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Dec 23, 2020 | 05:06 AM

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don't use diesel 911. use the ford anti gel

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Dec 23, 2020 | 11:38 AM

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don't use diesel 911. use the ford anti gel

10 4. Senix could you do me a favor and private message me, I have a question. I just created this account so I can’t send messages yet, thanks.

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