Best diesel starting tips in winter

[Meadow]

A friend of mine was grumbling about how his diesel wouldn’t start last week. It got me thinking about what cold-weather starting tips have really worked best for you over time.

Do you have a go-to fuel additive or do you rely on something different altogether?

 

[tractalker885]

So, I started using winter fuel stuff after my truck wouldn't start one super cold winter a few years ago. I've used it ever since, and haven't had any problems.

 

[BaleMeOut]

When I lived up north, I needed a block heater. After struggling to start my car on a couple of mornings, I learned that plugging it in overnight makes starting way easier.

 

[Chocoltm!lk]

bro, you can chase additives all day, but the absolute best starting tip for any diesel is the heat.
get a good quality Block Heater installed, or better yet, a combination block/oil pan heater. Plug it in for 2 to 3 hours before you plan to start.
heating the engine block means the glow plugs don't have to work nearly as hard, and the fuel ignites properly. It makes a 10F start feel like a 40F start!