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Block Heater Amperage Draw

Discussion in 'Questions From New Drivers' started by Tomato Guy, Feb 20, 2011.

  1. Feb 20, 2011 #1
    Tomato Guy

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    I've been talking to people about renting parking place for home time. They want to know how much electric wattage I'll use when I plug in my truck. Are the heaters thermostatically controlled or are they a constant draw? Thanks
     
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  3. Feb 20, 2011 #2
    CondoCruiser

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    Sounds like you can give them any answer. :)

    It's a constant draw, probably equivelent to a space heater. It all depends on the weather and your hometime. Right now you don't need one. I use to rent a secure spot for $50 a month but I never got home but every 4-6 weeks. They could probably figure $2 a day extra to plug in and they would be okay.
     
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  4. Feb 20, 2011 #3
    marmonman

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    1500 watts
     
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  5. Feb 20, 2011 #4
    Allow Me.

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    My block heater on my Dodge P/U with Cummins diesel sucked big watts. My power bill went thru the roof, then I wised up and only plugged it in about 2 hours prior to leaving for work.
     
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