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Fiat 126 Chat => Fiat 126 Mechanical Problem Solving => Topic started by: DavieH on November 25, 2005, 08:15:10 AM
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Morning all
Although my BIS is garaged for the winter, I can't resist the occasional trip to work in the little fella now and then. However, I've found that it needs a bit of encouragement during these colder days.
Any tips for starting your 126 in the cold? Mine can be a little bit of a struggle and I'm wondering if there are any tricks or proven methods to get them going in the morning.
Dave
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First thing is to make sure your motor is in good tune!
Timing, spark plugs, contact points etc;
The battery must also be in top shape, any dodgy batteries will show up in the cold weather which will mean reduced cranking speed and a poor ignition spark.
Some tips from the good old days:
Before parking your car up for the night, pull the choke out and let the engine run for a few seconds, before shutting the engine off.
You can also cover the engine up with a cover such as an old blanket, dont forget to take it off in the morning though!
C
:)
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yes iv heard about putting a blanket on the engine! one story i heardwas that someone did just this, next morning drove off to work the car cauaght fire. (car started really well though) :lol: must of been all that heat!! :lol: :lol:
Chris