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Old 12-13-2016, 06:17 PM
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Amir,

I recently had my engine overhauled and removed the Wolverine oil pan heater that was on it. I installed a new one and you can have the old one for postage cost. You will need to find compatible adhesive to attach it to the oil pan. I'm sure if you contact Wolverine they can send you a tube of adhesive. PM me with your address and we will coordinate details for shipping.

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They are very accomodating!

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Old 12-13-2016, 07:04 PM
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Wow thank you for all the feedback and especially thank you Oly for the offer. I just bought a Switchbox from a fellow VAF member and looking forward to hooking it all up and getting my plane heated while I drive 40 minutes to the hanger early Saturday mornings... So exiting
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Old 12-13-2016, 07:13 PM
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Just as a data point, I would plug my 300w heater in the night before flying and throw a blanket over the cowl and seal the inlets. After 12 hours or so, it was nice and warm, but I never once worried that it was going to get "too hot". The engine is 500 pounds of metal (with cooling fins, no less)...
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Old 12-13-2016, 07:56 PM
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I installed the Reiff oil pan heaters recently and here this is why I went with them instead of the much less expensive ones I found.
  • While researching, I literally had bad dreams about the cheap ones catching fire. Rational concern? Don't know but if helps me sleep better...
  • Included thermostat with a 190 degree cutoff
  • I think the aluminum construction will last much longer
Probably not needed in central Texas but it sure is nice to start a warmed engine. Also, planning winter trips to Kansas.

I 2nd the Reiff. I have been using mine for years with no issues. On the Reiff system you can also get the cylinder band heaters also, which I highly recommend. Lots of money invested behind that big fan. I want my engine to warm and happy.
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Old 12-14-2016, 03:16 PM
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Give it a bit more than 40 minutes !!!
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