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Block Heater
10-04-2006, 12:21
Post: #4
Block Heater
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
>
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Block Heater - erniecarpet@... - 10-04-2006, 08:25
Block Heater - erniecarpet@... - 10-04-2006, 09:36
Block Heater - Gardner Yeaw - 10-04-2006, 11:38
Block Heater - Jay Darst - 10-04-2006 12:21
Block Heater - Rob Robinson - 10-04-2006, 12:30
Block Heater - Gardner Yeaw - 10-04-2006, 12:32
Block Heater - Rob Robinson - 10-04-2006, 12:46
Block Heater - Gardner Yeaw - 10-04-2006, 13:14
Block Heater - Gardner Yeaw - 10-04-2006, 23:51
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