2002 Ram 1500 quad cab factory engine heater
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My silverado had a block heater. In the 3-1/2yrs I owned it, I never once used it. i live in upstate NY
I guess your truck don't see temp like this then:
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From: Eagle River, Alaska
RE: 2002 Ram 1500 quad cab factory engine heater
cmcgraw: There are different types of engine heaters: cylinder rods, freeze plugs, and silicon pads. I believe '02 Rams have the freeze plug type, which is the most common. Look at the freeze plugs on both sides of the engine block . If your truck has a block heater, one of the freeze plugs should have a wire coming from it. Also, check the oil pan for a silicon pad that has a wire coming from it.
IMO....block heaters are awesome! We use them all winter in Alaska (gas or diesel). There's nothing like walking out to a warm heater when it's -20 degrees.
IMO....block heaters are awesome! We use them all winter in Alaska (gas or diesel). There's nothing like walking out to a warm heater when it's -20 degrees.
