Zerostart 3100130 Engine Block Heater for Chevrolet and GMC 2001-2008 V8 -6.6L, Diesel (Duramax), 2007-2015 V8-6.6L Diesel (Duramax), 40mm Diameter | CSA Approved | 120 Volts | 1000 Watts

$ 59.71

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Based on 86 ratings

Value for money

7.36

Durability

6.91

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Product Description

The V8 -6 may be used for Chevrolet and GMC 2001-2008. V8-6, diesel (Duramax), 6 liters, 2007 to 2015. Diesel engine (Duramax) with 6L displacement

Prevent engine wear by starting the engine quickly in winter

The CSA has approved this product

Questions & Answers

Are you asking whether this cord has a resister that only works below a certain temperature like the original?

A recall was done by General Motors on those cords, but only for gas engines, not diesels. As this heater is set up to operate whenever it is plugged in, we recommend a device such as the Power Badger to be able to control when it fires and minimize energy consumption on heaters such as these.

Can you tell me how long the cord is?

There is a cord that measures approximately 3' Having removed the OEM silver high temperature wrap from the old cord, I added the OEM black high temperature wrap It was wrapped around the new cord. In the outboard frame there are two plugs- The bumper is attached to a rail.

A block heater was not included when I purchased my lb7 duramax in 2002. Is this easy to install or do more parts or modifications need to be made?

You will need fender buttons for the inner fender, but no additional heater parts are needed. Removing the right tire will require pulling out the plastic inner fender with a flat screw driver or button removal tool. The plastic inner fender is held in place with push buttons, which need to be removed in the center. No doubt you will ruin a few so make sure you have extras. Removing the inner fender will allow you to drain the antifreeze. On the right side there will also be a plug on the bottom of the radiator. Taking off block plug will give you a coolant bath, install heater with element up and snug until snug but be careful not to over tighten. Coolant needs to be refilled, inner fender needs to be reinstalled, tire needs to be replaced. Take a look at a YouTube video before you begin.

How do you install the cooling system? Must you drain the coolant first?

In short, yes. If you're going to drain it, flush it, and replace the coolant anyway.

Selected User Reviews For Zerostart 3100130 Engine Block Heater for Chevrolet and GMC 2001-2008 V8 -6.6L, Diesel (Duramax), 2007-2015 V8-6.6L Diesel (Duramax), 40mm Diameter | CSA Approved | 120 Volts | 1000 Watts

My third one is in the works

3/5

It would be great if I could give this a good recommendation. The problem is that I can't do it. After the first two were installed, they both failed within one The thing is that these are a pain in the azz to replace, so you can only imagine my displeasure when I had to replace them. The second time. . I guess on the plus side, I've become quite adept at swapping out the batteries. In that case, if another brand is available that lasts longer and consistently gets good reviews, I would recommend it. It seems to me that these just fail after a year or so.

Noelle Goodwin

| Feb 22, 2021

It's on heavy duty in this category The ones available at an auto parts store are inferior to these

5/5

I installed this heater after two NAPA heaters had failed in a short period of time. A tight fit is required for this cord to plug into the The electrical plug is hard to properly fit if one is not in the correct position. Installing the heater connector BEFORE it is installed in the block was how I installed it. Install the following component before installing the rest The insertion of the plug can be made easier by using silicone grease (available in the plumbing section of the hardware store). Make sure that the heater is fully inserted into the block hole as you tighten it. Let it slip when it's tightened and then go back and tighten it There is a possibility that it will This heater was the best I have ever used - I'm very pleased In comparison to other heaters, this is made of a heavier material.

Francisco Mason

| May 25, 2021

The answer is perfect and it Since I have a four-wheel drive and couldn't reach it very well, I had to have it professionally installed

5/5

Yup, that poor guy definitely paid for it too. He caught it for quite some time, and it sure wasn't easy. Although the effort was worthwhile, it was not easy. It started in zero degree weather with no issues.

Reagan Mahoney

| Mar 18, 2021

The 2002 Chevy 2500HD Duramax is compatible with the vehicle

5/5

Old stuff needs to be removed and new stuff installed, but it is not as hard as it sounds. The new replacement part looked like the.

Moses Velasquez

| Apr 11, 2021

Everything is as it should be

5/5

It blew out after it was installed. Everything is as it should be. I used this one because the stock one blew out one day, and it fit perfectly on my engine.

Bruce Blankenship

| Aug 04, 2020

Installing this was a chore, but it will be worth it in the end

5/5

It was a challenge to install, but it will be worth it for Installation as it was when Duramax was built in 2004.

Landen MacDonald

| May 12, 2021

I'm satisfied with that

4/5

Installation of the outside lip required an additional clearance of the outer edge to allow it to pass through the motor mount. The system works as expected.