Dipstick heater

   / Dipstick heater #21  
I've tried the dip stick and KATS magnetic and found that neither were of much value even at the usual winter temps in Kansas. Probably pouring a bottle of warm milk over the engine would be just as good....in my experience.
 
   / Dipstick heater #22  
With over 56 years in the frozen north, I have used just about every method of warming vehicles out there. Circulating tank heaters are the quickest 750-2000 watts. Block heaters are cheaper to operate but much slower to heat things up. They are usually around 500 watts. I have used actual Head- bolt heaters and dipstick heaters, both fairly worthless. I have used heat lamps, electric blankets, Reddy heaters and weed burners. I have drained the oil and anti-freeze and have brought them in the house to keep warm, along with the battery. I have heated the wheel bearings with a torch, just to get them to turn. Fun, fun, fun!

Modern vehicles start much better and lubricants have improved immensely and help a lot with cold weather starting.
 

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