Block Heater

Started by optionguru, March 01, 2007, 10:59:53 AM

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optionguru

I need a block heater for one of my trucks which happens to be my first frequent use diesel truck.  I've quickly learned that I need a block heater here in Northern NH.  Does anyone have any opinion on what type to use?  I've seen magnets, pads and others that I can't tell where they go.

Any opinions or advice would be appreciated.
Peter

glenn-k

I don't know what type truck you have but here is a forum I check out whenever I need information for my Dodge.  Do a search there - they have tons of stuff.

http://www.dieseltruckresource.com/

or Call Gus (Farmboy's Diesel) where I get my parts - North Carolina.  He's always helpful and reasonable.  Number is on his site.

http://www.farmboysdiesel.com/
Welcome to Farmboys Diesel


MountainDon

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My recommendation would be one like I had in my diesel Toyota Land Cruiser back up in Canada. It was plumbed into one of the heater hoses. It had to be mounted vertically and had a valve mechanism inside that would allow the heated water to circulate throughout the engine block and heater core. That was a nice side bonus; heat from the heater right away! It worked well enough that having it on for a only few hours in the morning (timer actuated) let that baby start easily even at -35 degrees.

I did a quick google and found this
http://www.kimhotstart.com/kimhotstart/default.aspx
Hope it helps you out.

I also found that using a multigrade diesel approved synthetic engine oil helped immensely in cold weather starting. No idea what's available today though.