Whether you're maintaining tractors, skid loaders, pickups, or lawn equipment, a little preventative maintenance now can help avoid unexpected breakdowns later in the season.

Routine maintenance not only extends the life of your equipment — it also improves efficiency, reduces fuel consumption, and helps keep your operation running smoothly when workloads increase.

Check Fluids and Filters

Fresh engine oil, hydraulic fluid, coolant, and clean air filters all play an important role in keeping equipment operating efficiently during the summer months. Dirty filters and worn fluids force engines to work harder, increasing fuel usage and unnecessary wear.

Inspect Tires

Proper tire pressure affects everything from fuel economy to traction and tire lifespan. As temperatures change, tire pressure can fluctuate, so checking pressures regularly helps improve performance while reducing unnecessary wear.

Don't forget to inspect tires for cuts, cracks, or uneven tread wear before equipment heads into the field.

Fuel Quality Matters

Fuel that has been sitting for an extended period can accumulate moisture or contaminants that affect engine performance. To help protect your equipment:

• Keep storage tanks sealed.
• Replace fuel filters as recommended.
• Monitor tanks for water contamination.
• Keep tanks organized and clearly labeled.

Using quality fuels and maintaining clean storage systems helps reduce downtime throughout the growing season.

Get More From Every Tank With Cenex Premium Diesel

With harvest on the horizon, it's worth thinking about what's actually going into your equipment. Cenex Premium Diesel's advanced detergency package is designed to break down harmful deposits, clean injectors, and restore power and fuel economy — exactly what your engines need heading into a demanding season.

Not sure what sets Cenex apart from other diesel fuels? We'd love to walk you through the difference. Call us at 800-392-3816 to learn more.

Don't Overlook Propane

While many people think of propane as a winter heating fuel, it's an important energy source year-round. Across Iowa, propane powers:

• Grain dryers
• Irrigation engines
• Standby generators
• Outdoor living spaces
• Water heaters
• Commercial equipment

Taking time now to inspect propane tanks, regulators, and connections helps ensure everything is ready when demand increases later this year.

Plan Ahead Before Harvest

Harvest has a way of arriving faster than expected. June provides an opportunity to schedule preventative maintenance, evaluate fuel usage, and discuss propane needs before the busiest part of the season begins.

A little planning today can save valuable time when every hour counts. Give us a call at 800-392-3816 and we'll help you map out your fuel and propane needs before the rush begins.

Fuel Up and Stop In at the C‑Stores

W&H has 7 convenience store locations across north-central Iowa — in Badger, Eagle Grove, Humboldt, Renwick, Livermore, and two spots in Fort Dodge. All locations serve up a full breakfast and lunch/dinner menu, so whether you're getting an early start in the field, hauling between jobs, or heading out on a summer road trip, we've got a hot meal and a full tank waiting. Stop in and let us take care of you.