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Title: Block heater
Post by: wolfsburged on December 23, 2009, 04:43:24 am

Thinking about installing a block heater when I have the car apart to do a heater core and replace leaking oil cooler. What is the best option and where can I find a quality part?

Title: Re: Block heater
Post by: FineFrank on December 23, 2009, 04:14:01 pm

I use Kat's in everything. They last a long time, and are top quality. Consider using an oilpan heater in addition to or in placeof the freeze plug heater, also made by Kats. It will keep the engine warm and

Title: Re: Block heater
Post by: lovinthedeez on December 26, 2009, 01:25:30 pm

I have this one.  for 25 shipped.  keeps the car nice and toasty
http://www.germanautoparts.com/Volkswagen/Rabbit/EngineElectrical/396/1 (http://www.germanautoparts.com/Volkswagen/Rabbit/EngineElectrical/396/1)