BLOCK HEATER CORD MOD

[Doerrby]

No more fumbling for the heater cord when it’s-20

 

[Rock Taxi]

That's a great idea!

Ed

 

[Briski]

I like that solution! Can you link us to what you bought?

 

[rblazeiko]

We may need to just put your picture up, like you, not your truck on the tremor of the month for this! Looks great!

 

[Rock Taxi]

I like that solution! Can you link us to what you bought?

Looks like it's available on Amazon.

https://www.amazon.com/NOCO-GCP1-16-Inch-Integrated-Extension/dp/B009ANV81S/ref=asc_df_B009ANV81S/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=241869369567&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=15432875802218262857&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9026908&hvtargid=pla-437104426497&psc=1

Ed

 

[Grabber]

No more fumbling for the heater cord when it’s-20View attachment 17099View attachment 17100

Nice clean looking job.

 

[Doerrby]

I like that solution! Can you link us to what you bought?

Looks like it's available on Amazon.

https://www.amazon.com/NOCO-GCP1-16-Inch-Integrated-Extension/dp/B009ANV81S/ref=asc_df_B009ANV81S/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=241869369567&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=15432875802218262857&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9026908&hvtargid=pla-437104426497&psc=1

Ed

Yes that’s the one

 

[Doerrby]

Yes that’s the one

It comes with self taping screws but I chose to use machine screws with nylock nuts instead. Had to shave off a little bit of plastic behind the cover so the plug would fit. If you’re wondering how to remove the tow hook bezel, just grab and pull

 

[Rock Taxi]

I relocated mine when I installed the Road Armor bumper up in the winch cutout, but it still is a bit hidden in the back. With all this cold fluffy rain we are getting in Texas right now, I really like this clean, easy setup. It's on my to-do list.

Great job Doerrby!

Ed

 

[hedge]

Nice install. I'm trying to decide if I want to install that one or the magnetic one. I like the idea of the magnetic if you forget to unhook it and drive away (although I never have) and the ease of connection... just wish it was just the cable instead of having been built with an app as it makes it more expensive and likely less reliable.

https://www.amazon.com/VoltSafe-Magnetic-Extension-Block-Heaters/dp/B085W5RJ4P/ref=sr_1_5?crid=7LC1AZLSQDNO&dchild=1&keywords=voltsafe+magnetic+block+heater+plug&qid=1613337783&sprefix=voltsafe+magne%2Caps%2C203&sr=8-5

 

[Apparition]

Nice install. I'm trying to decide if I want to install that one or the magnetic one. I like the idea of the magnetic if you forget to unhook it and drive away (although I never have) and the ease of connection... just wish it was just the cable instead of having been built with an app as it makes it more expensive and likely less reliable.

https://www.amazon.com/VoltSafe-Magnetic-Extension-Block-Heaters/dp/B085W5RJ4P/ref=sr_1_5?crid=7LC1AZLSQDNO&dchild=1&keywords=voltsafe+magnetic+block+heater+plug&qid=1613337783&sprefix=voltsafe+magne%2Caps%2C203&sr=8-5

Works like a normal extension cord when not using the app. The app is for setting up a timer.

 

[hedge]

Works like a normal extension cord when not using the app. The app is for setting up a timer.

Sort of. I guess I shouldn't have worded it to blame it all on the app...

Don't know much about but it sounds like it is still a smart device in that it doesn't allow the power to flow unless the magnets connect perfectly. I'm finding some reviews that say the cord won't connect if it's too cold which makes it unreliable in truly cold weather when you need it the most. It's still quite new so may be best to wait until the bugs are worked out.

 

[Apparition]

Sort of. I guess I shouldn't have worded it to blame it all on the app...

Don't know much about but it sounds like it is still a smart device in that it doesn't allow the power to flow unless the magnets connect perfectly. I'm finding some reviews that say the cord won't connect if it's too cold which makes it unreliable in truly cold weather when you need it the most. It's still quite new so may be best to wait until the bugs are worked out.

I take a lot of reviews with a grain of salt. There are a lot of dumb people out there. Likely the magnet isn’t their issue all it does is hold it together. Dirty contacts or some other obstruction would be the likely issues.

But I’m just guessing as I don’t have one.

 

[hedge]

I take a lot of reviews with a grain of salt. There are a lot of dumb people out there. Likely the magnet isn’t their issue all it does is hold it together. Dirty contacts or some other obstruction would be the likely issues.

But I’m just guessing as I don’t have one.

But that's the problem as the magnet doesn't just 'hold it together', the device controls the power, It has a bunch of safety crap built into it to keep idiots from electrocuting themselves. I wish it was a simple magnetic connection.

 

[MTTremor]

Looks like it's available on Amazon.

https://www.amazon.com/NOCO-GCP1-16-Inch-Integrated-Extension/dp/B009ANV81S/ref=asc_df_B009ANV81S/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=241869369567&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=15432875802218262857&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9026908&hvtargid=pla-437104426497&psc=1

Ed

I ordered mine today with the American Gear Shackles in Black with the Black isolators. Amazon has a note due to weather conditions your order may take longer to arrive.

I also ordered another plug to mount on the other side so I can hook up this to both batteries if needed.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B08G3STB1N/ref=ox_sc_act_image_1?smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER&psc=1

 

[Skibum1681]

No more fumbling for the heater cord when it’s-20View attachment 17099View attachment 17100

Have you had and experience driving with this set up in the slush / snow? I'm wondering if the inside of the socket gets packed with water/ice/snow? Is the plug cover pretty decent rubber where it makes a good seal?

 

[Doerrby]

The plug is soft ply able rubber and seals up nice

 

[RedZilla]

No more fumbling for the heater cord when it’s-20View attachment 17099View attachment 17100

I installed one of those on my pontoon boat for the onboard charger a few years back. It worked like a charm. Just ordered one from Amazon for the pending Tremor. Thanks for the post!

 

[Chris21667]

added the mod to my bumper i am a little late for the season but it ready when i need it next time

 

[Donnie With A Dee]

No more fumbling for the heater cord when it’s-20View attachment 17099View attachment 17100

I bought and installed 2 of them because you showed it to us. Thank you! One for the block heater and one from the future dual battery maintainer.