Block Heater

[Gardner Yeaw]

Jay,
I hadn't considered the white smoke reduction. It sounds like a
good idea to fire up the heater when I go to bed. I know the
neighbor on the exhaust side would appreciate it and I would like to
be as neighborly as I can.

Gardner
78FC33

--- In WanderlodgeForum@yahoogroups.com, "Jay Darst"
wrote:
>
> I like to use the block heater when temps fall below 50 degrees.
>
> cuts down on the smoke at start-up
> much better for the engine to be warmed up at start up
> the block heater is a "use it or loose it"
>
> If you are plugged in, there is no down side to using the block
heater.
>
> I use the block often. Much nicer start up.
>
> Jay Darst
> 85PT40
> Springfield, IL
>
> --- In WanderlodgeForum@yahoogroups.com, "Gardner Yeaw"
> wrote:
> >
> > At what temperature would you consider running the block heater
a
> few
> > hours before starting? I will be in New Hampshire next weekend
and
> I
> > expect overnight temperatures in the high 30's. My 3208 NA
always
> > kicks off right away and, from what I have read, high 30's
shouldn't
> > be a concern, but I figured I'd ask more experienced folks.
> >
> > Gardner
> > 78FC33
> >
>