Drive COLD or WARM?

Originally Posted by vipor Oil temp is definitely more important as far as motor longevity goes. That's why until it starts moving I don't really get on it. Living in

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Originally Posted by vipor

Oil temp is definitely more important as far as motor longevity goes. That's why until it starts moving I don't really get on it.

Living in Chicago, I'm driving in sub-zero temps often. I never get on the throttle above 3k RPM unless the oil temp is off the minimum. Even then, I limit the acceleration (<4-5k) until I hit 180F.

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