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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 20 2009, 03:28 PM
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Advanced Member Group: Advanced Members Posts: 329 Joined: 4-January 08 From: Central PA Member No.: 2,065 |
I had my block heater on a 15 amp outdoor timer.. it turned on 4 hours before I'd leave in the morning, which was enough time to bring things up to temp in the Raleigh, NC area on 30 degree mornings.
IIRC, the block heater is a 750 watt draw. And yes, you can leave it hooked up for days.. the electric company will love you! |
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rpoz-29 Diesel block heaters Jan 10 2009, 02:55 PM
mustbnutz My '04 DMax recommends the heater be used if t... Jan 10 2009, 09:06 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 |
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