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Old Jan 13, 2013 | 02:48 PM
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engine block heater install

Has any one installed an Engine Block heater on their modular engine? The one I have looked at is installed in the "FREEZE" plug location. The question I have is which one do I use? The Freeze Plug thats the easiest to get to is the rear Passanger side head. I do not know if there is enough room on the inside of the head for the heating element. I did not see an expantion plug any where on the block. I guess I could go with a engine block heater that goes in the lower radiator hose but I wanted the most reliable location to install one. Any suggestions on suppliers?
 
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Old Jan 14, 2013 | 05:34 AM
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Seems to me there are engine heaters installed in one of the heater core hoses which would be far easier to do. A quick Google search shows the brand Zerostart as the type I'm thinking about.

Try this link: ZeroStart Tank-type Engine Heaters - JCWhitney

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Old Jan 14, 2013 | 06:21 PM
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All the ones I have ever installed have specific locations in the instructions.
 
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Old Jan 15, 2013 | 06:38 AM
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Rick1025 thanks for the simple reply. Sometimes I ask my self "why didn't is think of that?" I'll order one for my Van and read the directions.
 
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