Re: Warm-Up Time
My other car is a diesel and when I take it on the normal route to work on cold days it won't come all the way up to temperature. I take a different route in those instances that's about 5 miles longer and gets it all the way warmed up. I would figure out a nice "scenic route" for your drive, even if you just end up driving in a big old loop.
I'd also get a temp gauge for your A. They're easy to install and it takes the guesswork out of the equation. You may find you need a thermostat or a piece of cardboard for winter driving. Mine won't get above 130f when the weather gets below 50f without my cardboard blockoff. I laid down several coats of black spray paint and you can't see it unless you're standing a couple feet in front of the car
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