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Old Feb 5, 2010 | 04:34 PM
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just moved to a cold part of canada, and i need to winterize it asap.

i bought a block heater from the dealer.

i plan on getting an oil pan magnet heater, and an interior heater, both i know where to buy.

i want a battery blanket, preferably a plug in type, but i dont know where to buy one.

also, is there any other recommended accessories??

the vehicle is an 04 RX330
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Old Feb 5, 2010 | 06:31 PM
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emergency kit in case you get stuck in the snow.

eg. shovel, bag of sand/kitty litter. road triangles. maybe some chains.

blankets, chocolate bars, water, etc. in case you have to sleep in your car
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Old Feb 5, 2010 | 11:22 PM
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wow that's pretty extreme, where exactly are you and how cold does it get?
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Old Feb 6, 2010 | 05:10 AM
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To winterize (store) the vehicle:

- fill the gas tank and add some fuel stabilizer
- inflate the tires to 40 psi
- wash the car
- car cover
- oil change
- remove the battery and charge the battery with a charge once a month
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Old Feb 6, 2010 | 01:10 PM
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thanks for the suggestions,

its not too extreme, only Regina Saskatchewan, but it does get pretty damn cold for weeks on end, better safe than sorry,

i wont be storing it, like i said, its an 04 RX330 (with AWD) so its pretty decent in the snow,

does anyone know where i can get a plug in battery blanket??
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