Damn that's Cold! Windshield washer line (I suspect) burst

[LuvHydro]

We've four proper seasons here, and I appreciate and enjoy each one for what it is. That meets my definition of Best.

As much as I like to shit on the cold and Winter, I do enjoy a good snow now and then, tho if it can snow when it really cold then warm up to 30°, that's perfect.

The Midwest offers up 4 distinct seasons for sure. Because I absolutely live to be outside running, biking, hiking, etc. it's the super short days in the winter that I hate.

I don't think I would enjoy sunny and 70, day after day after day.

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[TX_Ovrlnd]

If you're in a cold environment try to find the special windshield fluid made for that weather.

 

[LuvHydro]

If you're in a cold environment try to find the special windshield fluid made for that weather.

What's aggravating is they switch to "Summer Blend" stock around here in the summer. I can't imagine how many people unknowingly put it in and their washer canisters bust in the winter.

I always buy winter blend, but if I run low in the summer, it's annoying.

 

[Heimkehr]

What's aggravating is they switch to "Summer Blend" stock around here in the summer. I can't imagine how many people unknowingly put it in and their washer canisters bust in the winter.

I always buy winter blend, but if I run low in the summer, it's annoying.

The Advance Auto that I frequently use tends to stock the usual three flavors of washer fluid year-round: -20F blue (universal), +30F orange (summer/bugs) and -35F purple (specialist winter). I think they do so as a sort of penance for the king's ransom pricing charged these days; e.g., $7.49/gal.(!) for the purple stuff. I will say that the -35F fluid presently in the Jeep proved its value to me this morning, when the thermometer said 1°F.

I'll buy a spare bottle whenever the mood strikes, since I've not yet seen any of them with sale pricing, meaning there's no incentive to time my purchases.

 

[No IFS]

Correct washer fluid doesn’t freeze

 

[LuvHydro]

I think they do so as a sort of penance for the king's ransom pricing charged these days; e.g., $7.49/gal.(!) for the purple stuff.

I think I just had an aneurysm, really? Fuggggg.

I think the last time I got the blue stuff it was $2.

But, just looked and it realllyyyy went up it seems.

 

[LuvHydro]

Correct washer fluid doesn’t freeze

Exactly.

 

[AFD]

If you're in a cold environment try to find the special windshield fluid made for that weather.

You guys don't use Imperial units in Texas?

-49C (-56F) is pretty dang impressive, though. Usually can't find anything better than -20F up here in the chilly Great Lakes region, at least at the gas stations and auto chain stores.

 

[AFD]

I think I just had an aneurysm, really? Fuggggg.

I think the last time I got the blue stuff it was $2.

But, just looked and it realllyyyy went up it seems.

You should check the prices of washer fluid at Amazon. Free shipping, but the prices have been around $15 for one gallon for over a year now! Last jug I bought at a local gas station came to $5.50 after tax

 

[Spank]

Barely topped out at 10 yesterday and was pretty much -10 all day the day before, but these local weather forecasters act like winter is something that has never happened here.

 

[TX_Ovrlnd]

You guys don't use Imperial units in Texas?

Texas doesn't care about imperial anything.

 

[bthomp]

Merry Christmas everyone! So had a few spare minutes while smoking the Turkey and did some digging into what happened, wanted to update the group here. Still confused at this point as to what exactly happened, here is what I know;

• It is definitely the windshield washer fluid.
• The washer fluid in the reservoir did not freeze, it's not even slushy.
• I don't have the washer fluid container any longer so not sure if it was the "summer blend".
• The reservoir is still holding fluid and the the washer/line/pump is all functioning properly. I am able to clean my windshield with no issues (until the fluid all leaks out).
• The only place where I can see fluid accumulating is in a well of sorts behind the washer fluid reservoir towards the driver seat. As you can see from the photo there is liquid in the bottom that then is draining onto the ground.

I suspect the device in the center of this picture is the pump, however I am not certain yet (and don't see where the fluid enters, only where it goes out toward the wipers).

Note: The fluid in the picture that has leaked out is also not frozen. I have not actually found any evidence of freezing, only the leak.

If anyone knows what the cylindrical device in the middle of the picture is I would appreciate you letting me know.

Also - If anyone has any thoughts on what happened, would appreciate any experience / expertise others have to share.

 

[Valpo Jeep]

If you're in a cold environment try to find the special windshield fluid made for that weather.

Never knew they made fluid for that cold. My area they sell -20F juice.

 

[multicam]

Mm. That's subjective. For some, year-round temps that allow short sleeves would be their best fit. My problem with that condition lies in the oppressive summer heat & humidity that would otherwise allow just a knit shirt in November. Certainly, that was the lesson after being stationed in Florida.

To the Sunshine State: Thanks, but respectfully, No Thanks.

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Having the time, opportunity and resources to go anywhere I wanted after my active duty service was complete, I purposely chose to move back home to PA. We've four proper seasons here, and I appreciate and enjoy each one for what it is. That meets my definition of Best.

That's not to say that we don't have anomalous weather events. Much of the nation is having one right now. This was the ambient temperature observed this morning as I attended to a few errands. A -30°F windchill at 45 mph gets one's attention. Thank Heaven for the Jeep's nuclear-grade heater; doubly so since I've a soft top JLU.

I’m from Florida and I completely understand.

The state that gives you nice temps without that oppressive humidity and heat is Hawaii. The coldest I ever saw on Oahu in three years of living there was probably 55-56 F. The vast majority of the time it was 70-80 with the hottest days in the low 90s. Relatively low humidity, nothing like Florida or many other southern states. Then there’s the trade winds… they help too.

I’m not sure if SoCal can match it- I’m sure it can in some locations but the nicest parts of SoCal are pretty expensive. If I’m gonna put up with that I may as well go all the way and live on one of the islands (Big Island may be my favorite overall).

To the OP, sorry I can’t help you, I’ve only lived in warm places (FL, TX, HI, GA, and the Mojave Desert). Good luck!

 

[LuvHydro]

I’m from Florida and I completely understand.

The state that gives you nice temps without that oppressive humidity and heat is Hawaii. The coldest I ever saw on Oahu in three years of living there was probably 55-56 F. The vast majority of the time it was 70-80 with the hottest days in the low 90s. Relatively low humidity, nothing like Florida or many other southern states. Then there’s the trade winds… they help too.

I’m not sure if SoCal can match it- I’m sure it can in some locations but the nicest parts of SoCal are pretty expensive. If I’m gonna put up with that I may as well go all the way and live on one of the islands (Big Island may be my favorite overall).

To the OP, sorry I can’t help you, I’ve only lived in warm places (FL, TX, HI, GA, and the Mojave Desert). Good luck!

I have some military friends that are getting moved (yet again) and they are terrified they will get station in HI. Everyone they know who has, hated it and can't wait to get out.

It's good to hear others like it.

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