Block Heater/Antifreeze question
Thread Starter
|
Postmaster
Joined: Mar 2003
Posts: 4,038
Likes: 2
From: Spokane WA
Block Heater/Antifreeze question
Im outside replacing a block heater......and have a real general question, the new one is in, but when I refill radiator with coolant, does it flow into the block via gravity or does it need to be "pumped" into there by the water pump with the engine running? I want to plug the block heater in, but am worried about ruining it due to it not being in contact with fluid.
thanks guys (its a freeze plug type heater)
thanks guys (its a freeze plug type heater)
Post Fiend
Joined: Nov 2004
Posts: 5,638
Likes: 1
From: Manitoba
If you are replacing the same amount of A/F that came out, if it all goes in then you are good to test it. The coolant will seek the lower level, air should purge via the check ball in the upper coolant manifold. To test the check ball for clear and clean, on a cold engine with a full system (rad cap on) squeeze the upper hose and release it you should here it tinkle/rattle.....
Did you orientate the element as required on the instructions.........
Did you orientate the element as required on the instructions.........
Last edited by PLC7.3; Nov 24, 2004 at 09:47 PM.
Thread Starter
|
Postmaster
Joined: Mar 2003
Posts: 4,038
Likes: 2
From: Spokane WA
I completely drained the radiator, because it seemed when loosening the old one, like the stream of coolant coming out was neverending and was slowly draining the radiator, And im hoping the reverse happens for filling, instead of reusing the coolant though I just started over with new coolant while I was at it, so I dont know if the same amount was put in.
I did squeeze the hose and heard the sound you described before coming back and checking the forum, but am nervous about ruining the new block heater
I just did a new fuel pump also and shes gonna be a little grumpy about starting, thats why I posed this question in the first place, Id love to have the use of the block heater to help start it.
Thanks for your input
I did squeeze the hose and heard the sound you described before coming back and checking the forum, but am nervous about ruining the new block heater
I just did a new fuel pump also and shes gonna be a little grumpy about starting, thats why I posed this question in the first place, Id love to have the use of the block heater to help start it.
Thanks for your input
Post Fiend
Joined: Nov 2004
Posts: 5,638
Likes: 1
From: Manitoba
Had I been aware you were doing the job I would have recomended puting two drain ***** in the lower block drain holes this allows 95% drainage. The one just to the right and low of the BH is one, and at the rear of the block and low on the other side. If the rad is full coolant it has to be down there, you probably used around 29 liters not including the overflow tank right.Plug it in it should start to fizzle and rumble a little just like a kettle...........
Did you use low silicate A/F and SCAs................
Did you use low silicate A/F and SCAs................
Post Fiend
Joined: Nov 2004
Posts: 5,638
Likes: 1
From: Manitoba
When was the last time you cleaned the check ball in the upper coolant manifold. Driving with that much air would mean the heads may not be cooled correctly a very bad sign. Check the ball by squeezing the upper hose and releasing listen for the rattle, no rattle then possibly it's blocked.
Trending Topics
Thread Starter
|
Postmaster
Joined: Mar 2003
Posts: 4,038
Likes: 2
From: Spokane WA
I used low silicate coolant, no SCA's though, (yet) havent gone and bought any.
ALright Ill plug it in this morning or maybe this evening when home from company and see what happens.
Thanks all for your help.
ALright Ill plug it in this morning or maybe this evening when home from company and see what happens.
Thanks all for your help.
FTE Stories
Ford Trucks for Ford Truck Enthusiasts
Rezvani's Latest Post-Apocalytic Monster Is a Ford F-150 Raptor Underneath
Verdad Gallardo
Top 10 Most Expensive Ford Trucks Ever Sold on Bring a Trailer
Joe Kucinski
2027 Ford Super Duty Buyer's Guide (Every Model, Engine, & Package)
Brett Foote
Top 10 Ford Truck Tragedies
Joe Kucinski
AEV FXL Super Duty - the Super Duty Raptor Ford Doesn't Make
Brett Foote
Lobo Vs Lobo: Proof the F-150 Lobo Should Be Even Lower!
Michael S. Palmer
Ford's 2001 Explorer Sportsman Concept Looks For a New Home
Verdad Gallardo
10 Best Ford Truck Engines We Miss the Most!
Joe Kucinski
2026 Shelby F-150 Off-Road: Better Than a Raptor R?
Brett Foote
Thread Starter
|
Postmaster
Joined: Mar 2003
Posts: 4,038
Likes: 2
From: Spokane WA
Originally Posted by PLC7.3
Had I been aware you were doing the job I would have recomended puting two drain ***** in the lower block drain holes this allows 95% drainage. The one just to the right and low of the BH is one, and at the rear of the block and low on the other side. If the rad is full coolant it has to be down there, you probably used around 29 liters not including the overflow tank right.Plug it in it should start to fizzle and rumble a little just like a kettle...........
Did you use low silicate A/F and SCAs................
Did you use low silicate A/F and SCAs................
Oh well it was 20 bucks and this one isnt stuck in there
Senior User
Joined: Nov 2004
Posts: 126
Likes: 0
Originally Posted by PLC7.3
When was the last time you cleaned the check ball in the upper coolant manifold. Driving with that much air would mean the heads may not be cooled correctly a very bad sign. Check the ball by squeezing the upper hose and releasing listen for the rattle, no rattle then possibly it's blocked.