[V8] Block Heating

[Scott Simmons]

Not really concerned with too-thick oil running 0W40, but more about 
running the engine for short periods of time in "harsh conditions."  I 
know the best thing to do would be drive it for half an hour and get 
everything into operating temperatures.

~Scott S.

Ingo Rautenberg wrote:

> You do know that if you are concerned with the oil thickening too  
> much, you should indeed be able to attach a block heater to the  
> bottom of the oil pan (since it's steel). I haven't done so, but  
> don't see why you can't in a pinch.  Just don't forget to remove it  
> before driving off ;-)
>
> Ingo
>
> On Nov 25, 2007, at 9:41 PM, Scott Simmons wrote:
>
>> Has any of our Northern V8 owners done something to keep the block  warm
>> during the winter?  Aluminum does not condone magnet block heaters and
>> I'd hate to cut up a $200 radiator hose.
>>
>> Ideas and suggestions?
>>
>> ~Scott S.
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