Hi,

Hailing from snowy, freezing, miserable Minnesota here. About to tackle my first winter in my new (to me) 88' Power Ram with a 4d55T Astron. Autumn diesel cold starts are already a little rough and I let her idle for a bit before I head out of course. But our winters approach -30F and I am hoping to use my truck a couple times a week through the snowy months. My questions stated as simply as I can:

1. Smartest way to keep engine and/or fluids warm between use. Truck is parked in unheated garage with electrical outlets.
2. Is using a lighter weight oil a good idea, or should I look at anti friction/stiction additives etc, or both?
3. What about diesel fuel additives for negative temperatures. Any recommendations to keep fuel lines free flowing?

I'm a diesel noob so lay it on me. I do have a cool split solenoid mod that allows me to warm the glow plugs with a separate dash switch, so no need to explain ignition/startup operations.

Thanks in advance!