Engine Block Heaters - who wants a discount?

<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE(thefortunes @ Jan 31 2007, 02:57 PM) [snapback]383389[/snapback]</div>

No problem, I'm waiting to see if we'll go with Danny's buy or not. Hopefully I'll know by tomorrow. So stay tuned. I know its tricky but our installers have done over a dozen installs already, so it'll go quick.

Feel free to email me at [email protected] so I can give you particulars on the install.

Thanks, 'thefortunes'

Bradlee
Milwaukee Hybrid Group

 

<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE(Danny @ Jan 9 2007, 10:44 AM) [snapback]373048[/snapback]</div>

I would like to get one, whats the next step?
David

 

<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE(Danny @ Jan 9 2007, 12:44 PM) [snapback]373048[/snapback]</div>

Danny,
Did your group buy ever work out on the Engine block heater? I also want one. [email protected] how many do you have to get to make the buy. Where are you at on the list? I know it is july but I want one.
Thank you for your time,
D Rock

 

<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE(D Rock @ Jul 7 2007, 07:42 PM) [snapback]474894[/snapback]</div>

I think it is great that D Rock bumped this tread to the top again. Lets get a group buy going now so we can install them on nice sunny days and be ready before winter. It would not be fun going out to install one in the rain. It will not be fun to clear out my garrage to install it indoors either.

 

<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE(NoMoShocks @ Jul 8 2007, 12:30 AM) [snapback]474944[/snapback]</div>

How many people are interested in Engine block heaters. I am effectively bumping this one up to the top. It is easier to install it when you do not have to put three layers of clothing on to go outside LOL or maybe 1 layer in Augusta, GA. We can figure out how many and ask Jesse how much of a discount for the group. Tell your pals in the other non mod forums to visit and we will check for interest. Current price at metroTPN is $49 plus shipping. Tell your friends that have prii.

 

<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE(D Rock @ Jul 11 2007, 11:08 PM) [snapback]477320[/snapback]</div>

You tell me this after I did 4 at a group install in 0F weather.

Wayne

 

I'm in for one. Let me know the logistics of ordering. I've not installed anything on my Prius in months...getting restless!

Curt

 

I'd go for a group buy as well. And maybe if anyone else in the Boston area gets one, we can save a few more bucks on shipping by sending to one address, and do multiple installs at once (I'll volunteer your car so we can work out the kinks first )

Wayne, I am constantly reading about you doing EBH installs for people... it's not that difficult, is it? You probably have the process pretty streamlined by now though!

 

If it's reasonable for buying & shipping to Canada (the conversion rate being so low), then I'm in also.

* Has to be cheaper than the local Toyota Dealer
* I have to be able to install myself within a half day (never done before)

If I have to go to a garage, I might as well buy from the Dealer w/installation.

Please correct me if I'm wrong on that. I remember seeing in this forum the installation with pictures.

 

<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE(Ichabod @ Jul 12 2007, 10:06 AM) [snapback]477501[/snapback]</div>

Difficulty is relative (my non-answer).

Getting the heater and plugging the cord into the heater is a 10 minute job max on a '04-'05, 15 max on a '06-'07. Routing the cord and plug through the grill take more time than the actual heater install, but not a lot.

If you get a group together I'm game to come out and do a group install, larkinmj already has asked me to come out and do his. Last time I was out that way for a EBH install I never got a chance to explore Boston. Plus I want to go back up into the White Mountains when there is no snow. Ooo...Maybe a quick jaunt up to Montreal for an install! And then a return via PA, MD and VA and pick up a few more EBH installs.

Wayne

 

<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE(FireEngineer @ Jul 12 2007, 12:22 PM) [snapback]477541[/snapback]</div>

Currently I count 5 if I am correct.
NoMoShocks
finman
Ichabod
Mark Derail - canada if the shipping is right and the conversion(have to look at that one.
And me, D Rock.
Get the word out. Talk to your friends that have Prii.

D Rock

 

<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE(D Rock @ Jul 14 2007, 08:07 AM) [snapback]478574[/snapback]</div>

Count me in on the block heater..

been waiting for a group buy..

Thanks!

 

I'll take another.

Wayne

 

<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE(FireEngineer @ Jul 12 2007, 12:22 PM) [snapback]477541[/snapback]</div>

Mine is still waiting... Although the Prius is now the wife's car, but I'm sure she's still want it installed.

 

Currently I count 7 if I am correct.
NoMoShocks
finman
Ichabod
Mark Derail - canada if the shipping is right and the conversion(have to look at that one.
D Rock
Bigmahma
FireEngineer(the EBH install GOD)

 

US - Can conversion is ridiculously low, like 11%.

Question - can the EBH (same one) be installed also on the 2006 Yaris?

 

<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE(Mark Derail @ Jul 16 2007, 06:03 PM) [snapback]479887[/snapback]</div>

Call a Toyota dealer parts counter and ask for the part number. I'm thinking it should be the same as Toyota seems to have standardized on this heater for many of their small displacement 4 and 6 cylinder engines.

Wayne

 

Ok, here's a quick shot at a cheesy graphic to paste up. If someone wants to suggest some actual facts for the short list of "perks," I'd be open to improving this e.g.:

• Improve fuel economy in cold weather.
• Reduce engine wear from cold starts.
• Lengthen the life of your engine oil.

Basically the 3 best, most attractive selling points would be nice to list, if anyone has ideas.

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