[muddeprived]

is there any out there? i dont think i can get my heater, thats trying to poison me, fixed until after xmas. been driving like ace ventura the past 3 days when the windows fog up. im looking for a heater that can be plugged in and do a good job raising the temperature at least 1 degree.

 

[2drx4]

Plugged in? Like to 110V power? There's a great little product out there called a 'buddy heater'. Basically just a little electirc heater with a fan, no thermostat or anything fancy. Now, if you want one for use while driving you just need a suitable inverter.

They're cheap. Lots of guys 'up north' have one in the cab, and they plug it in when they plug in the block heater. Then it's decently warm when you get in...

 

[muddeprived]

Plugged in? Like to 110V power? There's a great little product out there called a 'buddy heater'. Basically just a little electirc heater with a fan, no thermostat or anything fancy. Now, if you want one for use while driving you just need a suitable inverter.

They're cheap. Lots of guys 'up north' have one in the cab, and they plug it in when they plug in the block heater. Then it's decently warm when you get in...

I need one to use while driving and to warm up the cab/defog the windows. I can't use mine at all or i'll die on the way to my location.

maybe something like this:

http://www.4wd.com/productdetails.aspx?partID=9565

but too darn expensive. I'm gonna get the heater fixed and don't wanna spend alot on a temp heater. hmm....

 

[TrueBlueXJ]

http://www.sportsimportsltd.com/12voltheaters.html?gclid=CMSJyYjb_pYCFQQrFQodt2RxYw

 

[littleblackxj]

http://www.4wd.com/productdetails.aspx?partID=9565

12,000 BTU . That's insane!

 

[muddeprived]

http://www.sportsimportsltd.com/12voltheaters.html?gclid=CMSJyYjb_pYCFQQrFQodt2RxYw

http://www.sportsimportsltd.com/12dihocehe.html

Direct battery hook-up. It seems that this would drain my battery pretty quickly don't ya think? I did the calculator:

http://lib.store.yahoo.net/lib/sports-imports/BatterydrainCalc.html

I think that's for vehicle not running right?

 

[JeepGodXJ]

Hey Mudd, I got exactly what you need......

http://www.harborfreight.com/cpi/ctaf/displayitem.taf?Itemnumber=96144

 

[muddeprived]

Hey Mudd, I got exactly what you need......

http://www.harborfreight.com/cpi/ctaf/displayitem.taf?Itemnumber=96144

That's kinda neat. I wonder how hot it gets. Maybe i'll make the trip to the 'burgh tmw and see if they have any in the HF store. I can deal with no heat but need a defroster...BAD. Getting tired of frozen boogers with my head out the window

 

[muddeprived]

OK i'm trying to decide what to get. I settled on these two:

http://www.sportsimportsltd.com/12dihocehe.html

12-Volt Direct Hook-Up 300 Watt Ceramic Heater/Fan

# Direct hookup to your vehicle battery
# Adjustable fan speed
# 300 Watts
# Connects directly to Battery
# Switch from heat to cool setting with the flip of a switch
# Uses 2 blade fuses
# 15 amp rating
# Includes installation hardware
# 12-gauge 15' power cord
# Dimensions: 7.25" Wide x 4.50" Deep x 5.50" High

http://www.harborfreight.com/cpi/ctaf/displayitem.taf?Itemnumber=96144

12 Volt Rubberized Heater with Fan

Ideal for defrosting windows or providing instant heat.

* Swing-out handle lets you use the heater as a spot defrost
* 360° swivel mount
* Plugs directly into cigarette lighter socket
* Switch from heat to fan setting
* Built-in LED flashlight
* 15 amp inline blade fuse


12V, 13 amps, 87" power cord; Overall dimensions: 7-1/4" W x 5-1/2" L x 2-3/16" H

I like the first one since it seems to be powerful and able to actually heat the cab a little. The yellow one is good for defrosting windows but not heat. Another one like it online says it blows warm air, to defrost but not heat.

The first one is 300 watts and direct battery hookup. Think this will drain my battery dead or should it be fine as long as the jeep is running?

 

[muddeprived]

Here's another one, has good reviews:

http://www.northerntool.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/product_6970_21030_21030

 

[TrueBlueXJ]

The first one was the one I had in mind when I sent you that link. Looks good, and 300 watt shouldn't drain your battery with the Jeep running.

 

[Kyle]

I would also consider the first one since you are looking for something to heat the entire inside of your jeep.

 

[muddeprived]

http://www.sportsimportsltd.com/12voltheaters.html?gclid=CMSJyYjb_pYCFQQrFQodt2RxYw

I was liking this one but found another similar heater:


http://www.northerntool.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/product_6970_21030_21030


Pretty much identical, direct hook up. It has better reviews than the other one for some reason. Cheaper too. Ordered. :thumbsup:

Thanks for the suggestions.

I'll letcha know how it works...or doesn't.

 

[Jabo]

might want to check with jc whitney If you haven't done bought on yet
http://www.jcwhitney.com/wcsstore/jcwhitney/images/imagecache/I_519961_SW_1.gif;pvbad43727cb1fc1f4

http://www.jcwhitney.com/wcsstore/jcwhitney/images/imagecache/I_470760_SW_1.gif

 

[muddeprived]

might want to check with jc whitney If you haven't done bought on yet
http://www.jcwhitney.com/wcsstore/jcwhitney/images/imagecache/I_519961_SW_1.gif;pvbad43727cb1fc1f4

http://www.jcwhitney.com/wcsstore/jcwhitney/images/imagecache/I_470760_SW_1.gif

http://www.cherokeetalk.com/forum/showthread.php?t=1021

Not workin out too well. I may suck it up and just get the mojave heater. I won't have to fix the stupid leakin core with that one.

 

[CSaddict]

How do you figure replacing the heater core as being $800? I just ordered one through www.rockauto.com and it was $40 shipped.

 

[muddeprived]

How do you figure replacing the heater core as being $800? I just ordered one through www.rockauto.com and it was $40 shipped.

Dealer quote. $125 for core, rest is labor. I'm not into tearing the entire dash off in a busy parking lot when its this cold. If i had a garage...sure.

I will just get my own heater core for cheap and let em at it.

 

[Jabo]

I would find me a local shop other than the dealer

 

[CSaddict]

My neighbor is a Jeep mechanic and he says he does them in under 3 hours total.

 

[muddeprived]

My heater came in

it's roughly 4x the size of my current little baby non-working piece of SHI% heater i am using temporarily.

I thought it included the required hoses to route to the pump but guess not. Oh well......off to Napa.