Howdy,
Moved to North Dakota from Kentucky and am looking to put a block heater on my '95 S-10 with the old 4.3L V-6. I bought a heater that goes into a freeze plug hole. Now, as far as freeze plugs go, I know what they are, I know what they look like, and I know that everyone HATES to deal with them, but that's about it. I figured I'd get a little advice on the matter before I get in over my head. Anyone have some first hand experienced putting after market heaters in this truck?
I gather most people just jab a hole in the plug and simply pry it out of there, of course being careful not to gouge up the hole. Still, some act like this was the hardest thing in the world to accomplish, even after pulling the engine.
Anyone have a suggestion on the best hole to place the heater in? I'm hoping the plug whole by the starter hole will work. I'm getting coolant drips on the back of the engine and I'm pretty sure it's leaking out of that plug. I'm hoping to kill two birds with one stone. Only trouble is... not too sure there will be enough clearance between the starter and the heater when all is said and done.
Having a hard time finding much detailed advice on the Internet and figured I'd just go straight to the experts. Thanks for playing along. Russ.