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Subject:Re: Diesel Caveat: Case in point!
From:Rico Sapolich
Date:Tue, 6 Nov 2001 00:55:50 EST

In a message dated 11/6/01 12:12:51 AM, jwalker17@EARTHLINK.NET writes:

<< if you build a wooden box, of proper dimensions >>

Joel,

I did something similar a few years ago during an extended cold spell when,
in the mornings, my WBX was cranking about as fast as a taffy pulling
machine.  Instead of a wooden box, I cut down a cardboard box until it was a
force fit under the sump.  Inside, I placed a coffee can in which I had
mounted a porcelain base (the type with the terminals on top).  The can had
large holes punched around its bottom in the hope of creating a chimney
effect.  I used a 150 watt lamp because that is what I had in the garage.
One unforeseen benefit of a cardboard box is that there is little chance of
doing any damage when you forget it is under there and drag it along for the
ride.

Rich