BIG_RED
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Hey guys,
I've looked all over the site (so I think.. I'm computer stupid) and I couldn't find anything too specific about multiple block heaters.
Here's the deal:
I have an '86 M1009 with a stock 6.2. I put in a 600 watt freeze plug heater last year, it works great until it gets stupid cold.. like - 40 or LOWER (welcome to Canada
)
I have access to a shop and cheap block heaters and free coolant for the next few weeks.. I've heard of people putting in multiple freeze plug heaters.. and I think I have 6 freeze plugs on the 6.2.
SO: My question is, Can I put a block heater in ANY freeze plug hole on a 6.2?
My mechanic friend told me that there might be oil passages or supports for the fuel pump on some engines right where the block heater would go. He knows nothing of 6.2's. My current heater is in the drivers side, either middle or rearmost plug hole. Can I put one in the passenger side front hole? Where can i put them?
My Reasoning: It's about to be 40 below. I NEED a block heater. If I have 2 and one fries, I can still drive to work. And I think at these temps my engine needs more heat than the 600 watter can give it anyways. Whats the worst that can happen? my truck starts too easy and the heat is warm? Lol.
Thanks
I've looked all over the site (so I think.. I'm computer stupid) and I couldn't find anything too specific about multiple block heaters.
Here's the deal:
I have an '86 M1009 with a stock 6.2. I put in a 600 watt freeze plug heater last year, it works great until it gets stupid cold.. like - 40 or LOWER (welcome to Canada
I have access to a shop and cheap block heaters and free coolant for the next few weeks.. I've heard of people putting in multiple freeze plug heaters.. and I think I have 6 freeze plugs on the 6.2.
SO: My question is, Can I put a block heater in ANY freeze plug hole on a 6.2?
My mechanic friend told me that there might be oil passages or supports for the fuel pump on some engines right where the block heater would go. He knows nothing of 6.2's. My current heater is in the drivers side, either middle or rearmost plug hole. Can I put one in the passenger side front hole? Where can i put them?
My Reasoning: It's about to be 40 below. I NEED a block heater. If I have 2 and one fries, I can still drive to work. And I think at these temps my engine needs more heat than the 600 watter can give it anyways. Whats the worst that can happen? my truck starts too easy and the heat is warm? Lol.
Thanks