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Old Jan 15, 2009 | 09:11 AM
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block heater

has anyone used these on there v10 i know you do on dieseals wondering if they make any difference for them cold days on this engine.
 
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Old Jan 15, 2009 | 03:10 PM
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They'll help ANY engine turn over easier on frigid days, and reduce the time for oil to get to bearings.

If I ever had to park my vehicle outside at temps under 0 F, I would definitely have one and use it.
 
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Old Jan 15, 2009 | 05:55 PM
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Even better is the oil pan heater you can get at any cdecent auto parts store.

Heat from the bottom up, and allow the oil to be warm, thus flowing quickly.
 
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Old Jan 15, 2009 | 09:32 PM
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I ordered the block heater when I bought V10 Crew Cab in May 1998. Salesman said I don't need it in Virginia. I told him for $30 I would get my money worth if I only used it a few times.

Now I need to go set up my timer/extension cord for the first time this year.
 
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Old Jan 16, 2009 | 12:58 AM
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I have, and do on a regular basis. And yes it helps the engine start, and warm up faster. We just went throug a week of temps at or below -25 F. Up here in AK.
 
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Old Jan 16, 2009 | 06:53 AM
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thanks yeh were in one of coldest weeks this year right now and think im going to get one. especially if there only like $30
 
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Old Jan 16, 2009 | 01:31 PM
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Well, they are a lot more than that to add on after the fact. Check your PM's.
 
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Old Jan 17, 2009 | 09:16 AM
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Originally Posted by mwsF250
Well, they are a lot more than that to add on after the fact. Check your PM's.
Forgot about that. Sorry.
 
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Old Jan 19, 2009 | 09:23 AM
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i had an aftermarket on my 83 benz diesel. it was nice to have warm air soon after starting. car would not start below zero w/o it. bought it at checker auto parts. i also have on on my 02 jetta tdi. recently it has been on all the time. both heaters are the in line variety but they work well.


 
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Old Jan 19, 2009 | 09:26 PM
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I have the heater on my 2006 V-10, don't need it much here in Texas. And every so often someone will ask what the cord is hanging down behind the bumper is.....I just look 'em square in the eye and explain the benifits of owning one of the very few Ford
F-250 V-10 Hybrid electric trucks every make. And Grin real big!!!
 
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Old Jan 19, 2009 | 09:38 PM
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I use mine all the time in the winter, that's a lot of engine to be cranking over at -25.lol
 
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Old Jan 21, 2009 | 01:52 AM
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Smile Love mine

They work great i put one in two years ago and it sure is nice to get in a warm truck after work and drive home right away while your co-workers are waiting to defrost and such.
 
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Old Jan 21, 2009 | 01:20 PM
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were do you guys get these aftermarket heaters?
 
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Old Jan 21, 2009 | 08:17 PM
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Zero Start makes them.

Zerostart block element: 3100040
Zerostart cord: 3600006
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You can order them from Advanced Auto's web site.
Online Auto Parts and Auto Accessories Store at PartsAmerica.com

Here's a recent thread about the same thing.
https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/8...-purchase.html
 
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Old Jan 21, 2009 | 10:38 PM
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Cost

The dealer instaled mine for $148 parts were $96 if i remember right. I thought it was not a bad deal saved me a lot of hassel.
 
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