What is the Best type of Block/Coolant Heater for my truck??

[K80]

Don't know what they're called but try replacing the spring clamp with a hose clamp maybe.

 

[Penni]

yea, i didnt think of that, thanks for the insight! see if it works...

 

[BigPapa]

It's just heater hose.

 

[Penni]

i figured that much, thanks though, im always over thinking... but to the OP i just called chrysler about the block heater cord, $71.29!!! anyone know where they are cheaper than that? somebody said $25 dollars??

 

[K80]

Geno's

'89-'12 Dodge Turbo Diesel Engine Block Heater Cable-Geno's Garage

 

[Penni]

order placed! thanks a bunch k80!!

 

[Bruno2]

I think I am going to order from them also!

 

[Gibson]

sidenote to this thread, not to derail it, but what are those rubber pieces connecting the two hardlines called? if you look at D45 pics you can see what im talking about there is a third one of those towards the back of the block and mine is leaking some antifreeze out of it... hard spot to get to and im not sure what those little rubber hose pieces are called?

It's heater hose but I normally use a multi purpose hose that had the silcone interior. Any napa should have it by the foot for $5-7/ft

 

[Bruno2]

How and where do I install this (Tank Type Engine Coolant Block Heater Pump 1500W Diesel Kats Brand Tractor New | eBay) ? I am concerned about putting it in a place that will actually circulate the coolant and not install it somewhere it is deadheaded. I know the heater hoses run into the water pump, but will it circulate through it like a bypass or will it not?

 

[rick stark]

What happened to just plugging it in and leaving it be? :what: I would think the block heater would be plenty assuming the element is still good.

 

[Bruno2]

What happened to just plugging it in and leaving it be? :what: I would think the block heater would be plenty assuming the element is still good.

This is on another truck.