Retractable ext. cord-block heater

[CSkal]

I have been looking for a retractable extension cord with a single plug on the end that I can use for the block heater on my truck during the winter. All I have seen thus far is triple tap set-ups. Does anyone have an idea where I can get a single receptacle retractable extension cord? If all else fails, I guess I'll have to cut the end off of the triple and put on a single. I just want to be ready long before the white stuff and old man winter. Any thoughts?

 

[mberry]

Try Northern Tool Co. I know they have retractable extension cords and housings. You may find something you can use. Also try Overtons and Cabelas.



www.northerntool.com

www.overtons.com

www.cabelas.com

 

[Signal73]

http://www.jcwhitney.com/autoparts/...wse/s-10101/Ntk-AllTextSearchGroup?Ntt=arctic looks cool... .

 

[CSkal]

Thanks Mberry. While I looked at Northern Tool, they didn't have exactly what I was looking for.



Signal73: Pricey from JC at $99+, but it looks like it is exactly what I need. Thanks for the link. Do you have any experience with these units or know anyone who does? This should fit the bill.

 

[Cummins Pilot]

These things are pretty neat. I'd have one but I pull more power than this setup can safely handle.



http://www.arcticleash.com/

 

[Todd T]

I bought a retractable cord work light (the cheap kind with a regular light bulb) and cut the light off and put a good single plug on it from Lowes. The whole mess was like $22

 

[Signal73]

Ive never used them just seen them mentioned from time to time.

Jim

 

[monkeyman]

They actually make one for Diesels that has a mount under front of passenger side bumper, that is where I put mine on a Sport. Plug retracts so there is just its end hanging out an inch. Has built in circuit breaker and has held up so far to, two harsh Chicago winters. It is made by APC is called the Arctic Leash

Call 907=457-2501 or e-mail: -- email address removed --

Rick

 

[EMD Diesel Power]

Just throwing an idea out there for block heater plug-ins.



There is always the Kussmaul option! :-laf :-laf :-laf



http://www.kussmaul.com/auto and air ejects index.html



Been seriously thinking of going this route on the next diesel I get. wouldnt be too much work to convert an extension cord end for traveling too. .



For those of you not familiar with these... . fire trucks use them for the block heaters, shoreline power (batteries), and air charging. Hit the starter and the lines kick out automatically.