I have a Cummins dealer in town and I need to replace my block heater cord in my 1999 truck.

If you have the part# please provide it to me.

I tried searching this site but no luck.

thanks for the help.

 

Did they ask you for a part number? Just ask for a block heater cord for an ISB.

 

Try this one out

Fleetguard # 251919

 

Thank you.

 

If its not too late.

http://www.genosgarage.com/prodinfo....EATER_CABLE_FL


Floyd

 

Got the cord at the local Cummins dealer for $16.

I had one heck of a time removing the old cord. I removed my BHAF and the oil filter to make room. The piece of aluminum ring that holds the cord in place -- supposed to be just hand tightned, would not budge. I had to use a vise grip to loosen it. With the very limited amount of space, it was very hard to use the vise grip. In any event, I got the new one in place. I'll find out tomorrow morning if the block heater works.

 

Did yours have the note on it that said:

"Disconnect heater cord, then wait a minute before starting engine"

 

Nope.

Is that a big deal? Most of the time I disconnect before starting. Sometimes I forget. What's the consequence?

 

i have always started mine plugged in.

 

said "Disconnect heater cord, then wait a minimum of one minute before starting engine"

but its no big deal either way i always unplug mine and start it instantly and i havent had any issues....hope i didnt speak to soon

 

Owners manual for my rigs says it's ok and even recommends leaving the heater plugged in during warmup in cold weather.

Good thing too, when it's subzero I use a remote starter and am not about to go outside and unplug it.
Been doing it for fifteen years, if it's going to cause a problem it's taking it's sweet time. Never have replaced the elements or cords.