Block heater cord

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Is it possible to buy just the block heater cord or is it necessary to buy the cord and heater element as a kit? My element checks out OK but the cord from the plug to the connection to the element has a broken wire. Price quote at Lordco for the kit was $C53.
Doesn't go very far below freezing here, still it does help with a quicker warm up if plugged in for an hour before departure to work.
Thanks.

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Ian.

'93 D250 ext. cab. Upgraded injectors, 3. 5" exhaust, K & N filter, Xmsn oil cooler and fan, 4 gauge mount, mirror tubes reversed, RACOR fuel filter, larger transmission oil pan.

 

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Ian if your cord still has the original molded plug on it, try replacing that first. Mine only lasted a few winters before it broke, and I just wired on a new plug and so far this one is still going. I think the cord assembly is available from the dealer.

Neil

 

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Neil, thanks for the tip re the plug, never thought about it, although it does get a work out when plugging in or disconnecting. Will get the cord out tomorrow and check for obvious damage, then try a plug replacement.
Thanks again.

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Ian.

'93 D250 ext. cab. Upgraded injectors, 3. 5" exhaust, K & N filter, Xmsn oil cooler and fan, 4 gauge mount, mirror tubes reversed, RACOR fuel filter, larger transmission oil pan.