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Would you use this idea?

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  • MikM Offline
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    Mik
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    Wiper fluid at the gas pump? I think I would.

    https://www.msn.com/en-us/lifestyle/lifestyle-buzz/driver-stumbles-upon-gas-station-with-a-brilliant-customer-service-feature-i-hope-it-takes-off-nationally/ar-AA1akSqe?ocid=msedgdhp&pc=U531&cvid=f26ad9671262452582896060c665f1b3&ei=29

    "The intelligent man who is proud of his intelligence is like the condemned man who is proud of his large cell." Simone Weil

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    • jon-nycJ Offline
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      It’s a great idea.

      Having said that I haven’t bought wiper fluid in decades. They fill it when I get an oil change. It would be nice if they have a container that isn’t a single use jug.

      Thank you for your attention to this matter.

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      • George KG Offline
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        George K
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        Indeed. Great idea.

        I think I last bought some about 3 years ago...used half, and the rest is in my trunk.

        "Now look here, you Baltic gas passer... " - Mik, 6/14/08

        The saying, "Lite is just one damn thing after another," is a gross understatement. The damn things overlap.

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        • RenaudaR Offline
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          #4

          I go through about 16 litres (approx. 4 US gals) each year. 2 gallons in winter blended to -45 C and 2 in the summer which contains something that cleans bug splats and tree sap more effectively than a winter blend. Probably use more in the winter because of the snirt and slush off the city roads. Always carry an extra gallon in the back of the crew cab or car.

          So if such as service were readily available, you bet I would use it.

          Elbows up!

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            I learned after moving to Minnesota there is a big difference between using the blue and the orange washer fluid. You need orange if you really expect it not to freeze up while driving around in -20 or whatever temps. Brands/colors vary by area, but you get the idea. I had blue that was rated to like -20 and realized I needed orange which is rated to -35.

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            • RenaudaR Renauda

              I go through about 16 litres (approx. 4 US gals) each year. 2 gallons in winter blended to -45 C and 2 in the summer which contains something that cleans bug splats and tree sap more effectively than a winter blend. Probably use more in the winter because of the snirt and slush off the city roads. Always carry an extra gallon in the back of the crew cab or car.

              So if such as service were readily available, you bet I would use it.

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              blondie
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              @Renauda said in Would you use this idea?:

              I go through about 16 litres (approx. 4 US gals) each year. 2 gallons in winter blended to -45 C and 2 in the summer which contains something that cleans bug splats and tree sap more effectively than a winter blend. Probably use more in the winter because of the snirt and slush off the city roads. Always carry an extra gallon in the back of the crew cab or car.

              So if such as service were readily available, you bet I would use it.

              I’m similar. I’d sure use it at the pump.

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              • LuFins DadL Offline
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                Seems like a great idea, but what’s the cost to maintain the pump?

                The Brad

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                • LuFins DadL LuFins Dad

                  Seems like a great idea, but what’s the cost to maintain the pump?

                  MikM Offline
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                  @LuFins-Dad said in Would you use this idea?:

                  Seems like a great idea, but what’s the cost to maintain the pump?

                  Nimby.

                  "The intelligent man who is proud of his intelligence is like the condemned man who is proud of his large cell." Simone Weil

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                  • MikM Mik

                    @LuFins-Dad said in Would you use this idea?:

                    Seems like a great idea, but what’s the cost to maintain the pump?

                    Nimby.

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                    @Mik said in Would you use this idea?:

                    @LuFins-Dad said in Would you use this idea?:

                    Seems like a great idea, but what’s the cost to maintain the pump?

                    Nimby.

                    How often are you going to use it? 1-2 times a year? Maybe a bit more if you live in a heavy snow area… As a result, it’s going to just sit there for days on end without being used. It reminds me of the air pumps at gas stations that are broke down most of the time…

                    The Brad

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                    • MikM Offline
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                      Pessimist.

                      "The intelligent man who is proud of his intelligence is like the condemned man who is proud of his large cell." Simone Weil

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                      • MikM Offline
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                        #11

                        C’mon back. I’m having fun now.

                        "The intelligent man who is proud of his intelligence is like the condemned man who is proud of his large cell." Simone Weil

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                        • LuFins DadL Offline
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                          LuFins Dad
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                          #12

                          I do think it’s a great idea and I would use it for sure… I just wonder about the actual financials of it.

                          The Brad

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                            LuFins Dad
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                            Speaking of… The gas station nearby charges $1 for 3 minutes of air. The compressor is always broke down. They never pay to maintain it. A Sheetz opened up with free air. The line is constantly full, but it has never broken down. They have the machine serviced weekly. That is excellent service.

                            Oh and Sheetz > WaWa

                            The Brad

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                              Never been to either one, though I’ve seen both. We’re getting a Wawa here.

                              "The intelligent man who is proud of his intelligence is like the condemned man who is proud of his large cell." Simone Weil

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