Has anyone used this to plug in their diesel truck block heater? I think this would be a great idea so one could get the cord out of the way.
825285
Don't have diesel but if it takes less that 15 amps current to run the block heater your good to go.
825286
This should certainly work for your application. It uses 12 gauge wire and a grounded plug. If your block heater uses a recessed plug, you may have to trim the edges of the female plug end to fit the receptacle.
583215
I have used an extension cord. In fact just plugged in the other day, because it got cold.
887792
I use this thing to start my Cummins motors in my concrete trucks and off road fork lifts. If the trucks block heaters are not plugged in and it's really close to zero it won't start them. If the batteries on the truck are dead and the block is warm it absolutely starts them up. I would believe it would start a pickup truck motor from cold with a dead batteries.
301002
Im sure it would as long as a block heater is in the truck. Im not totally sure that 6.4s came with one installed from the factory. Otherwise I dont see why it wouldnt work.
1915221
I'm not sure about that I have not seen one like this for a newer Powerstroke engine but check the prongs on the block heater and if they are similar to the cord and it will fit. but since you have a diesel I recommend getting a engine heater that circulates the coolant it will preheat your engine and heater core for a fast start and defrost. This heater is under $50 But it is worth every penny especially for diesels.
2009306
Yes the cord can be a hassle, and restricts you to the length of the cord. I just try to keep it where I have already cleared, and my cord is orange so it is easy to see. Sometimes I have to stop and move the cord, but this still beats shoveling by hand for sure, and no gas to mess with (not to mention remembering to drain the tank at the end of the season, and getting it tuned up) just plug it in and it works.
2019250
If you do not use an extension cord, keep away from flamibles I would say it should be safe. I use mine in a travel trailer without any problems. Best heater I have ever owned , nothing gets hot anywhere around heater.
793010
No it wont help, you probably have a chevy truck and are talking about the heater blower... this part wont help
921607
It seems to work for me. I use it as a back-up in my well house, so it doesn't have to work all of the time. I use it regularly for a engine block heater and trickle charger for my pickup and that works well. You might try it with some sort of back up since some electric heaters pull more power than others. If its the only thing plugged into the device, you should be O.K.
54117
I have used it in my bot cabin and in tents before. No problem using it short term in a trailer, just crack a window. I wouldnt use it unattended and don't try to substitute it for a heater.
1503623
I think it should work well. I have used mine on a long trip and I plugged it in at night in hotels. It worked fine for a month. I think it would be great for a trucker. It does use a lot of power so it would need to be plugged into an wall outlet when stopped.
1547744
If i saw the right product then i would give you a big maybe. Unfortunately their product description isnt very descriptive. It looks like it runs through a transformer and i cant say how that will effect things. You could try it and it shouldnt hurt anything, but i cant guarantee anything. Best advice is pick up a model with a regular plug if you want to be sure.
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The hook used to assist in hanging the heater wasn't very helpful to me. It was too small, but you may find it useful. It is some what difficult to insert the screws because the access is limited to get your screwdriver in place and insert the screws into the junction box. But you will get it done with some patience. And yes, make sure the wall switch is off, but with a caviat that if your wiring is hot to the heater first rather than the switch, you will need to turn off the circuit breaker.
1097566
You're welcom.Also, if it helps any. I put the converter on the trailer and wired it there, instead of on the tow vehicle. That way there is no change to the plug on the truck and I didn't have to add any additional connections between truck and trailer.
1102427
As was stated it is a good idea. Just make sure that the wire from the inlet is also sized for 50 ampAnother option instead of using an adapter would be to get a cord made up with the right ends for the generator to the inlet
125057
The PowerBridge all though not intended for us with a heater, the cabling that is ran between the upper and lower adapters are rated and shielded the same as what is currently running through your house now. With that being said, the draw that happens from the outlet to the heater would be the same is if you were plugging it in with an extension cord with a ground. In my opinion, you should be safe but need to understand that this is not what the PowerBridge is intended for on a day by day use.
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I had one on my 07 dodge diesel also and if i remember right that it almost fit all around but took some duct tape or zip ties and snugged it up and would still warm the battery enough to do good. I found that a block heater worked the best if i was around a plugin but living in Leadville, CO. didnt hardly plug my diesel in too many times anyway. I had to replace both batteries 3-4 yrs of age which was the best thing ever, got batteries with more CCA like 850 i think. Not a bad purchase anyway a person looks at it anyway. Jim