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 Jan 10 2009, 02:55 PM
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Advanced Member  Group: Advanced Members Posts: 620 Joined: 24-December 03 From: Chester, VA Member No.: 22  |
My '96 Dodge Cummins is a pain to start cold without using the block heater. I assume it has a heating element, which makes me curious about how much current it uses. How long does it take to bring the engine temp up, and can it, or should it, be left hooked up for days without starting?
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Jan 10 2009, 09:06 PM
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Member Group: Advanced Members Posts: 174 Joined: 29-December 03 From: Erie, PA Member No.: 60 |
My '04 DMax recommends the heater be used if temp is below -20F.
Should be plugged in for min 4 hours at that temp prior to start. Recommend 8 hrs. Some folks I know keep theirs plugged in all the time if temp is under +20F as they have starting problems. |
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rpoz-29 Diesel block heaters Jan 10 2009, 02:55 PM
1qwikbird My 97 Dodge/Cummins is similar. I bought it used ... Jan 10 2009, 09:50 PM
billy_ocean QUOTE (1qwikbird @ Jan 10 2009, 01:50 PM)... Jan 14 2009, 06:42 AM Eskimo I had my block heater on a 15 amp outdoor timer.. ... Jan 20 2009, 03:28 PM |
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