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Winterization Grows More Exact By M. A. McNZEL
An Iowa City Press-Citizen piece recalls early winter car care with Jim Fordice noting antifreeze availabilityless eras. It describes kerosene dilution, splash lubrication, corn cob heat under the crankcase, battery heating behind the stove, engine blankets, and horse-drawn pulls as older methods. Modern winterizing relies on professional service.
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