Diesel Car Purchase

Hi there, since you asked I'll give you my advice. Have you seen the price of Gas lately? How about premium gas? If you think gas is hi and premium way hi, then look at diesel. Diesel runs on average about 30 cents higher than premium gas! Now when it comes to cold temps and diesel cars, then it even makes more sense to buy a gas car than a diesel or even a hybrid. Good Luck Images available only to Customers.

Brian,

I don't feel my questions were answered regarding diesels, the temperatures experienced in Ohio and block heaters.

1) At what temperatures is one really needed,

2) should I be concerned and

3) since I can't get access to an electrical outlet to plug in the heater while I'm at work, is it best that I forget about a diesel and stick with a gasoline engine car?

Please try again,

Thanks

Hi there, here is a couple of web sites that might help. However, generally temps around 32 degrees can cause problems with temps 10 to 15 degrees lower will cause diesel to gel and thats when problems occur.

http://www.fueladditiveonline.com/vw_approval.pdf

dodgeram.org/tech/dsl/FAQ/diesel_fuel.htm Images available only to Customers.

Brian,

Brian,

You replied with some useful information on diesel fuel. BUT, my question was regarding block heaters and diesel block heaters are ONLY for the diesel engine lubricating oil.

This was my initial question. So my initial questions remain unanswered regarding diesels (engine lubricating oil block heaters), the temperatures experienced in Ohio (can get as low as -6 degrees F) and the need for a block heater to prevent the oil from getting so cold/thick that the engine would not turn over and be able to be started.

I've heard that a block heater is needed at temperatures +10 degrees F. As I stated in my initial question, I'm shopping for a new car and considering a VW Jetta TDi. So, . .

1) At what temperatures is one (a block heater) really needed,

2) should I be concerned and

3) since I can't get access to an electrical outlet to plug in the block heater (for the engine oil) while I'm at work (in Ohio where it has gotten -6 F), is it best that I forget about a diesel and stick with a gasoline engine car?

Please try again,

Relist: I still need help.
MY INITIAL QUESTION HAS NOT BEEN ANSWERED YET.

You replied with some useful information on diesel fuel. BUT, my question was regarding block heaters and diesel block heaters are ONLY for the diesel engine lubricating oil.

This was my initial question. So my initial questions remain unanswered regarding diesels (engine lubricating oil block heaters), the temperatures experienced in Ohio (can get as low as -6 degrees F) and the need for a block heater to prevent the oil from getting so cold/thick that the engine would not turn over and be able to be started.

I've heard that a block heater is needed at temperatures +10 degrees F. As I stated in my initial question, I'm shopping for a new car and considering a VW Jetta TDi. So, . .

1) At what temperatures is one (a block heater) really needed,

2) should I be concerned and

3) since I can't get access to an electrical outlet to plug in the block heater (for the engine oil) while I'm at work (in Ohio where it has gotten -6 F), is it best that I forget about a diesel and stick with a gasoline engine car?

Please try again,

Hi there, A block heater is not necessary to keep your oil from becoming too thick unless A. Your oil viscousity is too heavy. B. The temps get below -40 degrees for more than 24 hours. Therefore, buy a diesel if you want, don't be too concerned, and follow the manufacturers recomendation as far as cold weather and oil is concerned. Good Luck. Images available only to Customers.