Apocalyptic Reincarnation: Start with a 30-million Bonus-Chapter 335 - 327: Modified Snowplow

The issue with the Solar Grid Tie Inverter must be resolved, and resolved quickly.

The batteries won't last very long.

Therefore, Li Yu and his team need to set out as soon as possible, but since the weather is exceedingly cold now and they are dozens of kilometers away from the city center, they must make ample preparations.

The most critical issue for this trip is the vehicle. If the vehicle stalls in the icy and snowy conditions outside, it would be a major problem.

For this expedition, the oil used also needs to be changed to 0W-50 full synthetic oil; under temperatures of minus thirty to forty degrees, the oil would become extremely viscous, leading to very poor fluidity. Poor fluidity cannot provide the necessary protection for the engine.

If a serious issue arises with the engine while outside, repairing it in such cold conditions is one issue, the key is whether they can endure in the cold for so long.

Besides the oil, it is crucial to prepare some high-quality antifreeze coolant and windshield washer fluid, etc.

Apart from the vehicle, they also need to prepare some cold-resistant clothing, which isn't a particularly big issue, as Li Yu had already purchased some professional cold-resistant apparel earlier.

Snow chains, snow shovels, lighters, power banks, alcohol, and the like—

Whatever they could think of that might be needed, they took with them.

Standing on the base's perimeter wall, Li Yu looked at the thick snow piling up below, his brow furrowed deeply.

"Big Brother, we need to go out, and I think our vehicle might need some basic modifications. The snow outside is too thick; it has to be cleared," Li Hang said nearby.

"What are you thinking?" Li Yu asked, catching the implied meaning in Li Hang's words.

"I think we can modify a vehicle into a snowplow. It doesn't have to be too complicated; just install a inverted triangle-shaped metal plate on the front to help push the snow from the middle of the road to the sides," Li Hang suggested.

Li Yu nodded: "That could work. Dapao and the former construction worker Xie Weishan are both capable of repairing vehicles. Let them handle it together."

"Alright, I'll talk to them now," Li Hang said.

Suddenly, Li Yu thought of something and said, "Never mind, have them come over."

....

Soon, Dapao and Xie Weishan came to the duty room.

Li Yu got straight to the point: "The snow outside is about one meter thick. Just now, Xiao Hang and I were outside and it seemed about the same on the roads too."

Listening by, Dapao and Xie Weishan, who also had seen the thick snow from the wall before entering the duty room, nodded in agreement.

"Xiao Hang has an idea to modify one or two of our existing vehicles into plow vehicles, making a triangular plow in front to clear and widen the path. What do you think? Which vehicle do you think would be best for this modification if we were to go out?"

Dapao and Xie Weishan looked at each other.

Finally, Dapao spoke first: "The modification isn't difficult; it can be done in a few hours. The key is deciding which vehicle to modify. I think the Unimog would be good, as this vehicle has high survivability outdoors."

Xie Weishan added, "Yes, the modification itself isn't a big issue, but if we're converting it into a snowplow, the vehicle must have enough power. Otherwise, it won't hold up. Considering the current conditions, besides the Unimog, only the riot control vehicle and some trucks have sufficient power."

"Right, with the weather so cold now, those new energy vehicles are practically useless," Dapao remarked.

"A Unimog and a truck. Is that what you mean?" Li Yu clarified their suggestion.

"I think that'll work. Are both vehicles being converted into snowplows?" Dapao asked.

"I think both can be converted into snowplows; we can make them modular so they can be disassembled if needed," Xie Weishan suggested.

"Alright, let's modify both. Just in case any issues arise, we'll have a backup," Li Yu decided after some thought.

"Okay, when do we set out? Let me check the time," Dapao inquired.

"The sooner, the better. It's noon now; we'll leave tomorrow morning at eight, right as the sun comes up. The distance is less than a hundred kilometers, but it's better to go there and come back early, not staying overnight outdoors—it's definitely complicated. But will there be enough time for the modification?" Li Yu asked.

After discussing briefly, Dapao and Xie Weishan reassured Li Yu, "No problem, we can finish it by tonight."

"OK, then we can start working on it now. Have Xiao Hang and Haoran go help you, and any materials you need, have them find for you."

"Okay."

"Alright, Director Li, we'll get to it right away."

Li Yu nodded, watching them leave.

Despite all the preparations for this journey, Li Yu couldn't shake an uneasy feeling. His right eyelid kept twitching—a sense of unease lingered within him.

He always felt something wasn't quite perfect, but based on the current discussions, everything that needed to be prepared was ready, and all necessary arrangements had been made. Yet, there remained a sense of unease.

Disturbed by this feeling, he called for Second Uncle.

Second Uncle arrived at the duty room and, seeing Li Yu's furrowed brows, approached and asked, "Li Yu, is something troubling you?" freewёbnoνel.com

"Second Uncle, I just don't feel settled. I keep feeling like we're missing something, but I can't remember what it is."

Second Uncle sat on a stool, pondered for a while, then walked up to the wall and checked the weather, remarking, "The weather is so cold now; it's indeed concerning going out. But let's think it over again to see if we've missed anything, though there probably aren't any major issues.

Hmm... how about this, you first drive out and head towards the gas station to get a feel of it.

After all, besides handling that zombie, we haven't ventured out in days."

Hearing Second Uncle's suggestion, Li Yu replied, "Xiao Hang and I just went out this morning; we saw the roads outside, and there weren't any major abnormalities, just the snow was very thick, very thick."

"Thick snow? Isn't Dapao and the others already modifying a snowplow?" Second Uncle remarked.

"Yes, well, maybe I'm just overthinking it. It's fine now, Second Uncle, we'll leave tomorrow. We'll know once we get there. Troops will block any soldiers, and earth will cover any water. It's not far; we can return within a day," Li Yu suppressed his inner worries and spoke with a light tone.

He couldn't quite articulate what exactly felt off, but they had to proceed with the mission—even as he had mentioned earlier, to simply act and adapt to any problems that might emerge on the spot.

Seeing Li Yu still somewhat anxious, Second Uncle remarked, "When you go out, don't worry too much about the base; your dad, Third Uncle, and I will handle things here. But leaving tomorrow, isn't that a bit rushed?"

"It's alright. The sooner we fix it, the more assured I'll feel," Li Yu responded.

Hearing this, Second Uncle could not say much more.