Block Heaters
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Block Heaters
I have been thinking about installing a block heater on my truck. Are they an easy installation? Do you recomend to use them?
I live in Iowa and sometimes it gets downright frigid out here!
92 Toyota 4x4
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99 Toyota Camry
I live in Iowa and sometimes it gets downright frigid out here!
92 Toyota 4x4
03 Tacoma 4x4x4 dr.
99 Toyota Camry
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I had a write up that somone had done but can't find it on my computer. Basically what you do is knock out one freeze plug and replace it with the block heater. The writeup said it was a very simple job. I think the part can be gotten from partznet.com for less than $30.
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I have seen some that replace your oil dipstick with a heated one. It warms the oil up and the heat radiated through the metal and keep the motor somewhat warm. I think the real purpose of it is to keep the oil warm and thin so when you start it it will be able to flow easier and get things lubed up faster.
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Originally posted by jrallan26
Install by removing a freeze plug? Are the "freeze plugs" difficult to remove?
Jonathan
92 Toyota 4x4
03 Tacoma 4x4x4 dr.
98 Camry
Install by removing a freeze plug? Are the "freeze plugs" difficult to remove?
Jonathan
92 Toyota 4x4
03 Tacoma 4x4x4 dr.
98 Camry
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