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Old 08-17-2004, 11:06 PM
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Short drives ok?

Is it fine to drive for like 2-3 minute trips everyday? AS LIKE THE ONLY CAR USE during the week just like 2-3 minute drives. Like barely even a mile.

And is running the A/C bad for the alternator? Like cause FASTER wear?
Old 08-17-2004, 11:18 PM
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Originally Posted by CLover
Is it fine to drive for like 2-3 minute trips everyday? AS LIKE THE ONLY CAR USE during the week just like 2-3 minute drives. Like barely even a mile.

And is running the A/C bad for the alternator? Like cause FASTER wear?
I know that you should run your AC every now and then to keep the parts moving. The short drive thing, well that can probably ruin your oil. What probably happen is condensation in the oil or the oil never heating up fully. I would say every now and then enjoy your car and run it for a little longer. At least maybe change the oil more often.
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well the 2-3 minute drives are basically during the week... But someone told me short distance drives r bad? On the weekend Im usually driving all over.
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