I've got a '05 dmax, got it used with about 130K miles on it, and it doesn't have a plug in for the glow plugs. I'm not too worried about it, as i currently live in texas (on Active duty with the USAF) but i'm going to be getting out and moving back home to Wisconsin in a few months, so i'd like to get it taken care of now if possible. Anyone know of a good way to fix the lack of a plug in? I'm thinking i might run it by the local pep-boys and see if they know anything/ can do anything.


Also, i'm a little concerned with the cold weather back in WI, and the fuel gelling up. First time i've had a diesel ever, not sure what all the tricks are. If wanted to give me some advice, I'd sure appreciate it.

 

well,

the plug is not for the glow plugs, it's for the block heater which keeps the coolant in the block heated up when on which in turn keeps the engine warm for easier starts in cold weather, chances are you can get by just fine with out it and it's not reccomended for use above 0 degrees f, but you can either find the cord tied up in a harness (do a search) or purchase one from a dealership.

when you move back just be sure to fill up once you get into the colder temps so you have "winter mix" diesel.. it generally won't gel until it gets really cold I think -10-20f or lower, there are plenty of anti-gel additives.

I personally never had one gel up on me in ohio, and only sporadically use the block heater, usually on the days i take my daughter to school so the truck is warm when i start it

tips? keep a spare fuel filter and some additive or k1 handy, i've seen guys stick heaters under their fuel tanks to warm things up and un gel fuel in a pinch.

 

Makes me glad Im down south a bit Ditto to what Budgreen said.

I did learn that when it gets to about 35 that diesel wont pull through a disconnected in-tank pump though New in tank pickup and problem solved!