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Oct 11, 2002 | 09:50 AM

BOB_G

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Engine block heaters

Hello,
I'm new here so if this has been a previous subject don't chew me too hard.
I've got some worries about cold weather starts of my 99 F-350 V-10. It doesn't knock or rattle but I want to avoid the problem if I can.
I need some advice on block heaters. My truck came out of Fla. and of course doesn't have the factory unit installed.
A company called Wolverine has a external oil pan mounted one that looks interesting. Any thoughts?

Thanks
Bob

Oct 11, 2002 | 11:52 AM

nafzimo

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Engine block heaters

Does this one help? It is fairly recent.

https://www.ford-trucks.com/dcforum/DCForumID43/277.html

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Oct 11, 2002 | 12:19 PM

Y2K350

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Engine block heaters

The external unit that is glued to the pan is ok but I wouldn't reccommend it. They tend to fall off and get pretty beat up by debris. I think a block heater would be the best way to go.

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Oct 11, 2002 | 12:54 PM

Monsta

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Engine block heaters

> Hello,
> I'm new here so if this has been a previous subject don't chew me too hard.

Bob, no one here would "chew" you! We're all glad that you stopped by. Hope you stay awhile!

Does it really get cold enough in IN to justify a block heater?

Oct 11, 2002 | 04:05 PM

BOB_G

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Engine block heaters

Thanks for the thread and the info.
Monsta, I've always been "retentive" about cold start-ups. My Bronco and F-250 used to clatter and knock when it got down below 25 degrees, and this one's alot more expensive!
I've not been impressed with the in-line coolant or blanket heaters, the adhesive pan units looked a little better. The wife say's no to me curling up with a blanket out there to keep her(the truck) warm!

I'm just looking to THE EXPERTS to get the scoop!
Thanks
Bob

Oct 14, 2002 | 04:29 AM

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Engine block heaters

I ran my F-250 V-10 in Anchorage last winter and I would plug it in when the temps got below 25 degrees just because I could. It does help get the engine and fluids up to temp quicker... Best thing is the heater works much sooner!

Get the "Block" heater style... Some people in the really cold sections of Alaska use the block heater, the glue on oil pan heater, and the under-the-battery heater. I don't think you will need that in Indiana.

Edmo