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Old 01-05-2010, 06:31 AM
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One hour is enough for me. As noted in the excellent post above, check your grounds. Functioning glow plugs are also essential. Wind chill may not affect final temp but it will drive all the heat out of your car that may have lingered so it does have an effect on starting. When it is really cold any weakness in your starting will surface.

Keep warm!
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