Winter prep tips for your JCB

[Mudandmetal]

What’s your must-have checklist for prepping a JCB for winter work? Are there certain fluids, tires, or batteries you rely on?

 

[lifted&gifted]

Hey, don't forget to check your block heaters and switch to winter-grade oils for your engine and hydraulics. Also, keep your battery on a maintainer, starting your engine in the cold can be tough without these

 

[d0ugg.348]

What’s your must-have checklist for prepping a JCB for winter work? Are there certain fluids, tires, or batteries you rely on?

The absolute must-do checklist for me starts with the fluids! Check your coolant with a refractometer, and aim for protection down to at least -30C. Switch to a low-viscosity engine oil like 5W-40 or 0W-40 synthetic for easier cold starts. Battery-wise, load test it, clean and grease the terminals. A weak battery will fail when it’s freezing. Maintain correct tire pressure for stability, use chains for real ice or snow. Add diesel anti-gel treatment, and finally, make sure your cab heater works!