Block Heater Replacement

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Jan 11, 2008 | 05:01 AM

chris2500

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Block Heater Replacement

Has anyone changed one of these? seems pretty staightforward, my question is, will I get coolant spilling out when I back out the old filament? and is there anything special I need to do?

Jan 11, 2008 | 07:27 AM

turbotrent

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Yeah you'll get some coolant leaking out, but if yer quick about it won't be that much. Replaced mine last week and lost less than a quart. Make sure to use teflon tape.

Jan 11, 2008 | 07:57 AM

chris2500

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Thanks for your help

Jan 11, 2008 | 09:35 AM

Dr. Evil

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If you jack up the passenger side of the truck or park on a hill or something you will lose less coolant.

Make sure you clean it up good because animals like to drink it and it kills them quick.