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Pre Winter Checks


Kev 16v

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I got hankook winter tyres for wifes aygo. Big mistake since we don't get enough snow to warrant the use. Next time i will use all season tyres that get a high snow rating in reviews for winter use. Makes more sense.

Looking to get winters for the celica but need a set of cheapo rims first. Should i get 16 inch rims for winter use or 17 like i already have? Are tyres cheaper for 16s?

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There probably won’t be a huge difference in price of tyres as 17” is more common than 16”

 

Another thing for the list is to check your drive/fan belt, mine was squeaking a bit on my daily Yaris, just changed it today.....

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Caught in time :blink:

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The advise on this thread is very good, most winter checks/service nicely covered already.

 

But just to reiterate a good one from earlier, a good time to check brake pad wear, pull out the calliper slider pins and clean and re-lube with fresh silicone brake grease.

 

The annual oil/filter change service & MOT is due on my G7 in early November, so half way though October we do a pre MOT check combined with winter preparation. The oily rag gives the suspension parts [and other parts] a wipe over and this followed by a waxy preservative spray, okay not guaranteed to last out the entire winter but far better than doing nuffin'. 

 

Another often forgotten about but very easy and inexpensive check/replace is the cabin interior air filter,

 

https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Genuine-Borg-Beck-Cabin-Pollen-Interior-Air-Filter-BFC1023/192213009589

 

a nice clean cabin filter will help keep the windscreen from fogging up  :thumbsup:

 

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Well I don't think mine will be finished until well after Christmas so my baby is tucked away in a nice warm, dry garage getting worked on.

 

Currently getting some sill work done, but will be getting a full overhaul is the plan.

 

So she's getting the full treatment, same guys who restored my MR2 and Ive told them Im in no rush, the have a few big restorations on at the moment, Ive still got my Fabia so Im grand transport wise. 

 

This is a really good thread as you folks are pointing out things I wouldn't have thought about, so its good to hear what your plans all are to have your pride and joys ready for winter use. 

 

 

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