vincentmoy Posted January 10, 2009 Share Posted January 10, 2009 So, since I got my "new" subi, I'm planning to do my best to keep it in good shape as her "old man" does. Anyways, I'm think to drop a block heater since she doesn't comes with one. I am wondering if anyone has any idea at all since I know most of you guys are from warmer place than, say, Alaska. I have a friend of mine who is capable of doing things on cars (Man I'm glad to have him live just down the block) and I think I can ask him for some helps. I really appreciate any of your help! Vincent Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pontiac6KSTEAWD Posted January 10, 2009 Share Posted January 10, 2009 We were just talking about this in another thread... http://www.ultimatesubaru.org/forum/showthread.php?t=93931&highlight=block+heater They also make battery warmers.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vincentmoy Posted January 10, 2009 Author Share Posted January 10, 2009 So I found this block heater https://www.subarugenuineparts.com/product_info.php?cPath=33_49&products_id=65 Anyone has any experience with them? Does it comes with installation guide? Thanks Vincent Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Drakien Posted January 10, 2009 Share Posted January 10, 2009 To tell you the truth the engine I just bought had one already installed. I didnt realize what it was til you posted that link to the part. I just dont have the cord for it It actually hooks into the bottom of the block where there is a metal plug. So I wouldnt expect it to be to hard to install. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ferret Posted January 10, 2009 Share Posted January 10, 2009 It comes with instructions .... after draining the coolant, you remove a 'core' plug from right near the water pump. Easy to install, but you will need someplace warm to install it. Instruction URL: http://www.subaruparts.com/catalog/subaru/blockheater.pdf Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nipper Posted January 10, 2009 Share Posted January 10, 2009 but you will need someplace warm to install it. Florida.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skip Posted January 10, 2009 Share Posted January 10, 2009 that "core plug" can be a bugger to get loose Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ferret Posted January 10, 2009 Share Posted January 10, 2009 that "core plug" can be a bugger to get loose That's the WORST PART !!! And when trying to break it loose, you can round out the inside. I've done 2 so far. And no matter how long you let the drain open, more antifreeze is always behind that plug. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sundance Posted January 11, 2009 Share Posted January 11, 2009 Drill a hole in the plug, insert a puller with screw in puller chuck and have at it. Or, drill a hole in the plug, insert a toggle bolt and pull on that. I try to avoid prying on the edges at all costs. Use a heat gun before the pull Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flowmastered87GL Posted January 11, 2009 Share Posted January 11, 2009 Had mine done with the 30k service. Barely changed the labor rate as the coolant was already being changed. It got cold enough to use it here, but I keep the Baja in the garage at home and forgot the cord to plug it in at my parking spot at work. Yes I have AC power at my parking space Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bulwnkl Posted January 11, 2009 Share Posted January 11, 2009 I have put that block heater in my Baja. Personally, I'd recommend trying to break the plug in the crankcase/block loose with the engine hot. DO NOT REMOVE IT HOT, just barely make it break loose. It could be welded in there really tightly depending upon a thousand things. Once you get it broken free, everything from there is cake. It works well, at least for me. Eastern Idaho is cold, but not nearly as cold as inland Alaska. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vincentmoy Posted January 11, 2009 Author Share Posted January 11, 2009 I have put that block heater in my Baja. Personally, I'd recommend trying to break the plug in the crankcase/block loose with the engine hot. DO NOT REMOVE IT HOT, just barely make it break loose. It could be welded in there really tightly depending upon a thousand things. Once you get it broken free, everything from there is cake. It works well, at least for me. Eastern Idaho is cold, but not nearly as cold as inland Alaska. Thanks for the idea, I think I can use my friend's heated garage if he allows. Will that help? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bulwnkl Posted January 12, 2009 Share Posted January 12, 2009 It'll absolutely help. It doesn't hurt as much when you smash your fingers if they're not cold. What I was really talking about, though, was putting a wrench on the plug and just barely breaking it loose (but NOT enough to let coolant spit on you) was to drive the car and get the engine warm. Whether completely up to operating temp is your call, but I'd get it fully up to temp and then let it sit in the warm garage for a while until it won't scald you just to be near the metal. If that doesn't work, though, you might need to try to crack it at cull operating temp. Crack it then to make sure it's going to come out w/o major force, and then let it sit until cool enough to remove the plug, drain coolant, fit the heater, refill, and be on your way. Good luck! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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