Hi Mark-

The return trip conditions sure offset the easy trip out. But still, it wasn't storming so travel was a reasonable thing to do. But beginners venturing from the warm wet coasts across the country in conditions like this need to realize they need to plan for subzero weather (anti-freeze should be tested, batteries need to be in tip-top shape, and windshield washer fluid should be good to very low temps)

Wished I'd had synthetic oil in it for that one start. I knew I wouldn't get another chance so no matter how slowly it rolled over I kept the starter engaged. I'm not patient. I'm just an experienced home mechanic.