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Old Nov 26, 2004 | 11:40 AM
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Block Heater Questions

I have a 2000 Ford F-350 Diesel and live in Michigan I have heard different opinions on how to use the Block Heater. I don't drive the tuck everday about once a week, Should I leave the truck plugged in all the time or the night before I need to use it.

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Old Nov 26, 2004 | 01:47 PM
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Generally just a couple of hours prior to use will suffice.
 
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Old Nov 27, 2004 | 09:09 AM
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Agreed. Everything I've read says 3 hours does it. My experience at temps from 10 above to 30 above prove 3 hours is enough. I have mine on a high capacity timer that goes on at 3am so by 7am when I leave it's warm.
 
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