Iced over roads- Settings for traveling in such

[CrazyOldMan]

No idea I am afraid what high‑performance winter washer fluids w/ low freeze points are legal and available in Texas given state-specific restrictions on volatile organic compounds (Prestone?!). I am not aware of a distinct winter fluid thread but think I have seen discussions on this forum. I use the cheapest, and plenty if there is a lot of salt, no issues. I wanted heated valves but not sure if my ride has those.

Just for what it’s worth - I used a lower freeze point windshield fluid. The spray nozzle started plugging up, so I took it to my Ineos dealer. They said to ONLY use the cheap standard windshield fluid. That surprised me.

 

[HeavyFoot]

You're clearly not a prepper!
You never know when a pandemic, storm, bushfire or atomic event is going to happen
Become a prepper. Prepping makes sense - and saves fuel
We get our TP delivered because we give a crap about prepping

We smart and civilized preppers use bidets and save the paper

 

[Tazzieman]

We smart and civilized preppers use bidets and save the paper

So fresh drinking water always on tap? Fancy!
Our TP is recycled

 

[HeavyFoot]

So fresh drinking water always on tap? Fancy!
Our TP is recycled

Saves space. Drinking fountain/butt washer. What could go wrong!?

 

[Tazzieman]

Saves space. Drinking fountain/butt washer. What could go wrong!?

Even the word ice used to have a squeaky clean and innocent meaning!

 

[Tom D]

The other advantage of locking the CDL is that you are also equalising braking force between the axles. Makes a big difference to stopping distance on loose of slippery surfaces. I know these days we have ABS but even then I think it still makes a big difference.

 

[CrazyOldMan]

The other advantage of locking the CDL is that you are also equalising braking force between the axles. Makes a big difference to stopping distance on loose of slippery surfaces. I know these days we have ABS but even then I think it still makes a big difference.

OP is driving on paved roads in Texas - just a little ice over the next couple days.

 

[Tom D]

OP is driving on paved roads in Texas - just a little ice over the next couple days.

As soon as the road goes white I lock mine, you can do it on the fly... Just remember to unlock it as soon as the road is black again..

 

[cdsvt]

We drive in ice and snow regularly. Slow down. Give extra following and stopping distance. You don't need locked diffs. Your tires have a traction budget - braking and turning use up this budget - so brake when going in a straight line when possible. Use subtle steering inputs. Easy peasy.

 

[CrazyOldMan]

We drive in ice and snow regularly. Slow down. Give extra following and stopping distance. You don't need locked diffs. Your tires have a traction budget - braking and turning use up this budget - so brake when going in a straight line when possible. Use subtle steering inputs. Easy peasy.

Exactly - no need to freak out. But I eagerly await the complete breakdown of society in the US over the next 48 hours during this storm. I stocked up on groceries and booze and am ready to watch the show.

Do not take this agreement as any form of ceasefire between Wisconsin and Vermont. This cheese and maple syrup war will be fought to the bitter end.

 

[GN4HIR]

Most likely you won't need to adjust anything if you're going to be on roads. Just make sure to have a blanket and box of granola bars.

But remember, even though your vehicle may be capable, that doesn't mean the Chevy Cruze in front of you is and if they get stuck and the cars around you get stuck that means you're stuck too.

I'm in Buffalo and we've had more than a handful of storms where people had to stay in their car for 24 hours plus on the thruways because the folks around them got stuck.

I'm in Houston. If there is a chance of snow or ice we buy out the local grocery store, work from home, and tell stories of the great freeze.

 

[DenisM]

I'm in Houston. If there is a chance of snow or ice we buy out the local grocery store, work from home, and tell stories of the great freeze.

Is that when others phone you to say ".... we have a problem"...?

 

[255/85]

I see your point but on ice and hard packed snow I personally find esp and abs less useful - they’re too intrusive

Do you turn ESC completely off? I'm unused to electronic traction control sytems.

 

[Baron von Teuchter]

When you lock the CDL it turns off automatically

 

[cdsvt]

Do you turn ESC completely off? I'm unused to electronic traction control sytems.

ESC will help you drive in slippery conditions. Leave all systems the same as dry roads and drive with additional caution.

I love my lockers, low gear, being able to turn off nannies, but that isn't necessary for driving on your typical road under winter driving conditions.

I've been commuting about 90 miles a day in the northeast US in all weather conditions and haven't yet had the need to engage the center locker or mess with disabling safety systems like ESC.