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- Black Diamond
So, I just realized that the user manual states that it requires 220v and optimal temps are reached after 3 hours.Dealer routed my plug up under the hood on the right side of the air intake (2.3L). Never checked about routing it down below out the front. Have to open the hood every time to use it. It helps remind me to unplug before driving off in the morning.
Here in MN it's been about 5-12 degrees F in the AM. My block heater is on a timer that turns on at 6am, I leave at about 7am and the oil temp is in the 30's. When I open the hood to unplug I can feel the warmth coming from the engine. Unheated detached garage, though is well insulated. I start it and let it warm up for about a couple minutes. Takes a few miles for the 4 water temp bars to light up. Oil temp is about 50-60 at that time.
Best $100 factory add-on in my opinion.
Which timer are you using, because the one I got isn’t rated for 220-240v nor is the outlet I’m using. So, I guess I need a dedicated outlet and outdoor extension cord.
That being said those oil/coolant temps you mention, I don’t think your heater is doing much. The coolant should be 100°F+ in those ambient temps. Oil + coolant hitting 50-60°F after a few miles is normal operation. I’m expecting to be able to turn the heater on and immediately be at near operating temps pulling out of the driveway.
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