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Old Sep 2, 2005 | 09:00 PM
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Hello
I just have a quick question. I have a 2004 f250 5.4 gas motor. i installed a silicone heating pad on my oil pan. i ckecked with ford and they want $200 to install a block heater. i have a lower radatior hose heater. how much better is the block heater.

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Old Sep 2, 2005 | 09:07 PM
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Block heater circulates and warms the anti-freeze.
 
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Old Sep 2, 2005 | 09:32 PM
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Check the wattage of the hose heater VS the block heater. Wonder about warranty issues.
 
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Check the wattage of the hose heater VS the block heater. Wonder about warranty issues. Maybe someone who knows for sure on this could comment on this.
 
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