On Sun, 17 Nov 1996 13:37:14 -0600 science department 
<soineydg@mail.milwaukee.k12.wi.us> wrote:

> Has anyone tried a block heater or an inline coolant heater/pump on a
> vanagon?  It can get cold in WI -15 F at times and the van really protests
> at that temperature  
> thanks in advance
> danno
> 
Hi Danno,

In Edmonton Alberta Canada they are a *MUST*.  I have the flat square block 
heater on my 1987 Syncro Westie and it helps tremendously with starting.  If it 
is parked outside, after -35 Celcius the van won't start without it.  In warmer 
temps (-15C -> -25C) it helps starting but isn't necessary for it to crank 
over.  The starter definately doesn't have to work as hard if it has been 
plugged in though. IMHO, it is worth the $$ for the block heater.

Cheers
Tony
1987 Syncro Westie (Balou)

> 67 double cab
> 78 westy
> 87 syncro
> 87 jetta
> 
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