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12-06-2004, 05:59 PM

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Engine block Heater

I have a engine block heater on my car and was wondering if i could leave it plugged in at all times. It really comes in hand in the cold weather. No more waiting for the car to warm up.

12-06-2004, 06:39 PM

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RE: Engine block Heater

Remote start > Block heater.

12-06-2004, 06:50 PM

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RE: Engine block Heater

Yea remote starts are good to but my car didn't come with one. Soo will it hurt if i keep it plugged in all the time?

12-06-2004, 08:14 PM

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RE: Engine block Heater

I dont think it would hurt anything. What tempature is it there? My stang is plugged in all the time because its -30 degrees celcius here right now. If i dont plug it in im screwed.

12-07-2004, 07:35 AM

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RE: Engine block Heater

well im from chicago. It doesnt get that cold here. This week has been good but last week it was in the low 20's. I plug it in after i come home from work so the next day i don't have to wait for the car to warm up.

12-07-2004, 09:33 AM

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RE: Engine block Heater

If you are talking about a circulating water heater in the block, then it won't hurt to leave it plugged in. I lived in Alaska for a number of years, and left mine plugged in without a problem. But, if you are talking about an oil heater, then it will cook the oil.