Saturday, May 5, 2012

Spectra Premium 94498 Heater Core

Spectra Premium 94498 Heater Core Review



Spectra Premium 94498 Heater Core Feature

  • Engineered to meet or exceed manufacturer's specifications
  • Designed for exact fit in the vehicle?s original equipment heater casing
  • Drop in fit for easy installation
  • Fully brazed aluminum design
  • 100 per cent leak tested
Spectra Premium Heaters are original equipment quality at a very competitive price with 100 per cent quality assurance. Only the highest grades of materials are used in production to ensure product longevity. The fully brazed aluminum design is available for more than 95 per cent of aftermarket demand. All heater cores are 100 per cent leak tested and drop in fit for easy installation. Spectra Premium Heaters are designed for exact fit in the vehicle’s original equipment heater casing.


Thursday, May 3, 2012

AlphaTherm AT-38OD Windshield Washer Fluid Heater

AlphaTherm AT-38OD Windshield Washer Fluid Heater Review



AlphaTherm AT-38OD Windshield Washer Fluid Heater Feature

  • Heats your washer fluid to 125 - 135 degrees Fahrenheit before spraying for fast, efficient clearing away and cleaning of debris by wipers
  • Designed for easy DIY installation and powered using minimal energy supplied through a direct connection to your vehicle battery
  • Eases the removal of everything from frost, ice and snow, to bugs, grime, road oil, streaks, bird droppings and glare, making it a valuable onboard option all year
  • Heated fluid helps unblock clogged wiper spray nozzles, ensuring consistent maximum spray distance and volume
  • Heated wash removal of hard, course debris like ice and caked on bugs minimizes unnecessary wear on windshield wipers, extending their lives and saving you money
The AlphaTherm AT-38OD Windshield Washer Fluid Heater is the effective and affordable solution for quickly clearing and cleaning snow, ice, bugs, bird droppings, road oil and more from windshields. Installed between the windshield washer fluid tank and the exterior spray nozzles, it heats and delivers hot wiper fluid on demand to your windshield via your vehicle's factory installed washer system. Efficiently powered through your car's battery, designed to limit windshield wiper wear and easy to install, it is an all-season option to save any driver time, money and trouble.

The AlphaTherm AT-38OD Windshield Washer Fluid Heater
All-season windshield cleaning.
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How It Works
The AlphaTherm AT-38OD Windshield Washer Fluid Heater operates in an on-demand mode method. The unit, easily installed in the tubing between the washer fluid tank and your vehicle's exterior washer nozzles, starts to operate when the engine is switched on and battery voltage level is higher than 13 volts. Washer fluid inside its heating chamber will be heated to the predetermined temperature range (125° – 135°F) in approximately 30 seconds and kept at that temperature, so while the car is running there is always hot fluid inside the unit’s heating chamber which can be used for cleaning the windshield.

Heated wash technology explained and the AlphaTherm AT-380D diagramed
Heated wash technology explained.
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A before and after graphic showing improved spray nozzle coverage using the AlphaTherm AT-38OD Windshield Washer Fluid Heater
Encourages improved wiper fluid spray.
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An installation overview graphic of the AlphaTherm AT-38OD Windshield Washer Fluid Heater
Easy setup and efficient car battery power.
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Each time the driver activates the vehicle's factory installed washer system, heated washer fluid is applied to the windshield for approximately the first three seconds of spray. Three seconds of the spray delivers approximately 50-60 cc of fluid, considered sufficient for most applications. As the heating chamber is emptied more fluid is immediately pumped into it, heated and is available in 10-20 seconds (depending on ambient conditions). The driver can spray as many times as he or she wants, with best results achieved when time intervals between heated sprays are staggered at 20 second intervals. The AT-380D unit uses full power of 50 Amps for 30 seconds for the initial heating of washer fluid to predetermined temperature limits, and minimal power thereafter to keep it within that temperature range. On average the unit’s power consumption is less than 2 Amps per hour making it both powerful and energy-efficient.

Improves Wiper Blade Performance and Lifespan
Your vehicle's wiper blade effectiveness and longevity can be significantly improved by using the AlphaTherm AT-38OD Windshield Washer Fluid Heater. Ice and frost are formed by moister turning into crystals. As these crystals form on your vehicle's windshield they create thousands of sharp edges that can be damaging to rubber wiper blades as they are dragged across them, especially if this is done for extended periods of time. However, the heated fluid that the AT-38OD sprays out starts melting ice and breaking down other buildup on contact, reducing the number of sharp edges wiper blades are drawn across, prolonging their lifespan and saving you money.

Promotes Broader Nozzle Spray
Although the primary purpose of the heated wash technology of the AT-38OD is immediate clarity of your windshield, the heated wiper fluid can also improve the efficiency of washer nozzles overall by clearing particles of ice and dirt from their supply tubing and exposed tips. Most of today's vehicles use spray nozzles at the end of their wash/wipe systems. These nozzles are designed to oscillate fluid to produce large fan like coverage on the windshield for superior cleaning, but cold temperatures can thicken washer fluid and dirt can clog at the ends of exposed nozzles, resulting in a weak narrow spray. Heated to 125° - 135°F the fluid that the AT-38OD puts out each time you use wiper fluid clears blockages in your wiper system's tubing, ensuring that this is never a problem again.

Key Features:

  • The most effective windshield washer fluid heating system available, the AlphaTherm AT-38OD Windshield Washer Fluid Heater dramatically improves the performance of your vehicle’s existing windshield washer system.
  • Heats your washer fluid to 125° - 135° degrees Fahrenheit before spraying for fast, efficient clearing away and cleaning of debris by wipers.
  • Eases the removal of everything from frost, ice and snow, to bugs, grime, road oil, streaks, bird droppings and glare, making it a valuable onboard option anytime of the year.
  • Heated fluid helps unblock clogged wiper spray nozzles, ensuring consistent maximum spray distance and volume.
  • Heated wash removal of hard, course debris like ice and caked on bugs minimizes unnecessary wear on windshield wipers, extending their lives and saving you money.
  • Designed for easy DIY installation and powered using minimal energy supplied through a direct connection to your vehicle battery.
  • Safe for all types of windshield glass and the environment.
  • The AlphaTherm AT-38OD Windshield Washer Fluid Heater is backed by a 1-year limited warranty.
What's in the Box
1-AT-38OD unit w/attached cables, 1-installation manual, 1-installation bracket, 1-red power cable with 60 amp inline fuse, 1-black power cables (ground and attached to unit), 8-cable ties, 6-self tapping screws, 2-hose splicers, 48-inches of rubber tube to connect the unit to the washer system.

Limited Warranty
AlphaTherm Heated Wash units are backed by a 1-year limited warranty against manufacturer's defects, administered at the discretion of AlphaTherm. This warranty applies only to the original purchaser of the unit.

About AlphaTherm
AlphaTherm is the current world leader in the design, development and sale of windshield washer fluid heating systems. Throughout its history AlphaTherm has been involved with Tier 1 electronic system integrators that sell directly to vehicle manufacturers, as well as products and technology for vehicles in the aftermarket industries, including consumer vehicles and heavy trucks and buses.

The AlphaTherm Windshield Washer Fluid Heater dramatically improves the performance of your vehicle’s windshield washer system by heating your washer fluid to 140 degree Fahrenheit. The hot fluid is dispensed via the vehicle factory washer switch while utilizing the fluid in your factory washer reservoir. In the winter months, the heated fluid is used to melt frost, ice, and snow off of the windshield and wiper arms. The hot fluid can prolong the life of your wiper blades and improve the spray pattern of the fluid on your windshield. The heated wash feature can prevent standing outside scraping the windshield in cold or unsafe areas. During warmer months the unit helps to eliminate summer glare by removing road oil, haze and streaks and quickly dissolve and remove mud, dirt, bird dropping and sap. The heated fluid will never crack the windshield. The AlphaTherm windshield washer fluid heater is a 5.5 X 4.0 X 1.75 inch device that is designed to be mounted in the vehicle engine compartment by most do-it-yourselfers in 30 minutes or less. The unit is simply connected to the vehicle battery and washer hoses and is designed to keep several ounces of washer fluid between 130°F and 140°F at all times while the engine is running. Once installed, within 40 seconds after the vehicle is started a three to four second spray of heated washer fluid is available. After the first 4 second spray an additional 4 second spray is available every 15 seconds. Don’t be confused by cheap imitations or older designs such as HotWash and HotShot.  The AlphaTherm design is currently the world leader in quality, development and sales of windshield washer fluid heating systems. The AlphaTherm heated wash is made in the USA and backed by a one year Warranty.


Tuesday, May 1, 2012

Zerostart 310-0003 Engine Block Heater

Zerostart 310-0003 Engine Block Heater Review



Zerostart 310-0003 Engine Block Heater Feature

  • Warm engines produce significantly fewer emissions
  • Provides for quicker vehicle cabin heater output
  • Extends life of engine and starter system components
  • Zerostart works directly with OEM engine and vehicle manufacturers to design Engine Block Heaters for their specific applications
Engine Block Heaters are used to heat the engine block and engine fluids of gas and diesel vehicles as an aid to starting in cold weather.  The heater is operated using standard household AC power and the heat generated is distributed throughout the engine by the convective flow of the warmed coolant


Friday, April 27, 2012

Spectra Premium 94609 Heater Core for Jeep CJ Series/Scrambler

Spectra Premium 94609 Heater Core for Jeep CJ Series/Scrambler Review



Spectra Premium 94609 Heater Core for Jeep CJ Series/Scrambler Feature

  • Innovative engineering, manufacturing technology and quality control ensure that Spectra Premium heaters meet or exceed the performance of the original equipment heaters they replace
  • Designed for exact fit in the vehicle's original equipment heater casing
  • All heaters are 100 per cent leak tested
  • 100 per cent new, OE style
  • Only the highest grades of materials are used in our production to ensure product longevity
Innovative engineering, manufacturing technology and quality control ensure that Spectra Premium heaters meet or exceed the performance of the original equipment heaters they replace. Designed for exact fit in the vehicle's original equipment heater casing. All heaters are 100 per cent leak tested. Only the highest grades of materials are used in the production of Spectra Premium products to ensure product longevity.


Monday, April 23, 2012

Spectra Premium 94522 Heater Core for Ford Bronce/F Series

Spectra Premium 94522 Heater Core for Ford Bronce/F Series Review



Spectra Premium 94522 Heater Core for Ford Bronce/F Series Feature

  • Innovative engineering, manufacturing technology and quality control ensure that Spectra Premium heaters meet or exceed the performance of the original equipment heaters they replace
  • Designed for exact fit in the vehicle's original equipment heater casing
  • All heaters are 100 per cent leak tested
  • 100 per cent new, OE style
  • Only the highest grades of materials are used in our production to ensure product longevity
Innovative engineering, manufacturing technology and quality control ensure that Spectra Premium heaters meet or exceed the performance of the original equipment heaters they replace. Designed for exact fit in the vehicle's original equipment heater casing. All heaters are 100 per cent leak tested. Only the highest grades of materials are used in the production of Spectra Premium products to ensure product longevity.


Thursday, April 19, 2012

Kat's 11431 400 Watt 44.5mm Frost Plug Heater

Kat's 11431 400 Watt 44.5mm Frost Plug Heater Review



Kat's 11431 400 Watt 44.5mm Frost Plug Heater Feature

  • Most efficient and reliable way to pre-heat engine block
  • Operates by being directly submerged into coolant and heating the block
  • Applications are specific to part numbers
  • Also referred to as freeze plug heaters or block heaters
  • Installation requires mechanical ability
A frost plug heater is an electric heater that heats the engine of a vehicle to give quicker starts and protects your engine from damage that can occur during cold weather starts. Warmed engines also deliver better fuel economy, plus improves oil flow to provide better lubrication to the engine, which reduces wear and increases engine life. The frost plug heater also cuts back on pollution as it aids in vaporization of fuel, thereby cutting back on emissions.


Wednesday, April 18, 2012

Engine Preheater for Generator w/ Remote Thermostat

Engine Preheater for Generator w/ Remote Thermostat Review



Engine Preheater for Generator w/ Remote Thermostat Feature

  • Controlled by remote Thermostat in aluminum housing with 1/2" NPT threads - turns on at 100° and off at 120° F.
  • Rust-free, resists corrosion, exceptional tensile strength
  • Vibration and shock tested to extreme limits to guarantee durability.
  • Greatly reduced heat loss for more efficient operation.
  • 5/8" Hose Nipples molded onto the heater for easy connection to standard heater hose.
Compact 1500 watt, 120 volt tank type engine block heater with thermocord and remote thermostat. Ideal coolant heater for Generator sets. Exact replacement for Kohler # 276691 and 326228. Includes Aluminum mounting bracket and bolts. Has high limit safety thermostat inside heater to cut off heater at 140 degrees F.


Monday, April 16, 2012

KIM HOTSTART TPS101GT10 Series 120V, 1000 Watt Coolant Heater

KIM HOTSTART TPS101GT10 Series 120V, 1000 Watt Coolant Heater Review



KIM HOTSTART TPS101GT10 Series 120V, 1000 Watt Coolant Heater Feature

  • Thermostatically controlled - turns on at 100 degrees and off at 120 degrees F.
  • Rust-free, resists corrosion, exceptional tensile strength.
  • Vibration and shock tested to extreme limits to guarantee durability.
  • Greatly reduced heat loss for more efficient operation.
  • 5/8" Hose Nipples molded onto the heater for easy connection to standard heater hose.
Small Tank Heater with thermostat - High Impact Plastic. Ideal coolant heater for Generator sets. Standard heater for Onan, Kohler, Generac, Olympian, Cat, and many other brands. Circulates coolant through engine block by convection when properly installed. Marked: 52746 / Replaces TPS101GT10-000, Generac 84918A, 084918A, some Katolight, Kohler & Onan generator heaters, & many others. Also works well on trucks, farm and construction equipment with engines sizes up to 350 cubic inches / 5.7 Liters. Incoloy element for longer service life.


Sunday, April 15, 2012

Kat's 11422 400 Watt 35mm Frost Plug Heater

Kat's 11422 400 Watt 35mm Frost Plug Heater Review



Kat's 11422 400 Watt 35mm Frost Plug Heater Feature

  • Most efficient and reliable way to pre-heat engine block
  • Operates by being directly submerged into coolant and heating the block
  • Applications are specific to part numbers
  • Also referred to as freeze plug heaters or block heaters
  • Installation requires mechanical ability
A frost plug heater is an electric heater that heats the engine of a vehicle to give quicker starts and protects your engine from damage that can occur during cold weather starts. Warmed engines also deliver better fuel economy, plus improves oil flow to provide better lubrication to the engine, which reduces wear and increases engine life. The frost plug heater also cuts back on pollution as it aids in vaporization of fuel, thereby cutting back on emissions.


Wednesday, April 11, 2012

Kat's 30406 1500 Watt 38mm Frost Plug Diesel Heater

Kat's 30406 1500 Watt 38mm Frost Plug Diesel Heater Review



Kat's 30406 1500 Watt 38mm Frost Plug Diesel Heater Feature

  • Most efficient and reliable way to pre-heat engine block
  • Operates by being directly submerged into coolant and heating the block
  • Applications are specific to part numbers
  • Also referred to as freeze plug heaters or block heaters
  • Installation requires mechanical ability
A frost plug heater is an electric heater that heats the engine of a vehicle to give quicker starts and protects your engine from damage that can occur during cold weather starts. Warmed engines also deliver better fuel economy, plus improves oil flow to provide better lubrication to the engine, which reduces wear and increases engine life. The frost plug heater also cuts back on pollution as it aids in vaporization of fuel, thereby cutting back on emissions.


Monday, April 9, 2012

Spectra Premium 94802 Heater Core

Spectra Premium 94802 Heater Core Review



Spectra Premium 94802 Heater Core Feature

  • Engineered to meet or exceed manufacturer's specifications
  • Designed for exact fit in the vehicle?s original equipment heater casing
  • Drop in fit for easy installation
  • Fully brazed aluminum design
  • 100 per cent leak tested
Spectra Premium Heaters are original equipment quality at a very competitive price with 100 per cent quality assurance. Only the highest grades of materials are used in production to ensure product longevity. The fully brazed aluminum design is available for more than 95 per cent of aftermarket demand. All heater cores are 100 per cent leak tested and drop in fit for easy installation. Spectra Premium Heaters are designed for exact fit in the vehicle’s original equipment heater casing.


Saturday, April 7, 2012

Kat's 11410 400 Watt 50mm Frost Plug Heater

Kat's 11410 400 Watt 50mm Frost Plug Heater Review



Kat's 11410 400 Watt 50mm Frost Plug Heater Feature

  • Most efficient and reliable way to pre-heat engine block
  • Operates by being directly submerged into coolant and heating the block
  • Applications are specific to part numbers
  • Also referred to as freeze plug heaters or block heaters
  • Installation requires mechanical ability
A frost plug heater is an electric heater that heats the engine of a vehicle to give quicker starts and protects your engine from damage that can occur during cold weather starts. Warmed engines also deliver better fuel economy, plus improves oil flow to provide better lubrication to the engine, which reduces wear and increases engine life. The frost plug heater also cuts back on pollution as it aids in vaporization of fuel, thereby cutting back on emissions.


Friday, April 6, 2012

Kat's 30513 1000 Watt 27mm Frost Plug Heater

Kat's 30513 1000 Watt 27mm Frost Plug Heater Review



Kat's 30513 1000 Watt 27mm Frost Plug Heater Feature

  • Most efficient and reliable way to pre-heat engine block
  • Operates by being directly submerged into coolant and heating the block
  • Applications are specific to part numbers
  • Also referred to as freeze plug heaters or block heaters
  • Installation requires mechanical ability
A frost plug heater is an electric heater that heats the engine of a vehicle to give quicker starts and protects your engine from damage that can occur during cold weather starts. Warmed engines also deliver better fuel economy, plus improves oil flow to provide better lubrication to the engine, which reduces wear and increases engine life. The frost plug heater also cuts back on pollution as it aids in vaporization of fuel, thereby cutting back on emissions.


Thursday, April 5, 2012

Kat's 11417 400 Watt 30mm Frost Plug Heater

Kat's 11417 400 Watt 30mm Frost Plug Heater Review



Kat's 11417 400 Watt 30mm Frost Plug Heater Feature

  • Most efficient and reliable way to pre-heat engine block
  • Operates by being directly submerged into coolant and heating the block
  • Applications are specific to part numbers
  • Also referred to as freeze plug heaters or block heaters
  • Installation requires mechanical ability
A frost plug heater is an electric heater that heats the engine of a vehicle to give quicker starts and protects your engine from damage that can occur during cold weather starts. Warmed engines also deliver better fuel economy, plus improves oil flow to provide better lubrication to the engine, which reduces wear and increases engine life. The frost plug heater also cuts back on pollution as it aids in vaporization of fuel, thereby cutting back on emissions.


Tuesday, April 3, 2012

Kat's 1155 200 Watt Magnetic Heater

Kat's 1155 200 Watt Magnetic Heater Review



Kat's 1155 200 Watt Magnetic Heater Feature

  • Uses include snow blowers, chainsaws, snowmobiles, or other small engines
  • Applications can include oil pan, engine block, battery holder or intake manifold
  • May also be used for warming hydraulic systems or thawing frozen gutters, livestock feeders, locks, and pipes
  • Convenient, reliable with no mechanical installation
  • Thermostatically controlled
A magnetic heater is an electric heater that heats the engine or transmission of a vehicle to give quicker starts and protects your engine from damage that can occur during cold weather starts. Warmed engines also deliver better fuel economy, plus improves oil flow to provide better lubrication to the engine, which reduces wear and increases engine life. Oil and transmission fluids thicken and do not circulate well at cold temperatures. Magnetic heaters transmit heat continuously to keep oils fluid, giving you instant lubrication when starting your engine. Magnetic heaters appeal to the automotive, heavy duty, and farm supply segments, as they have a myriad of uses.


Saturday, March 31, 2012

Dorman 626-301 Heater Hose Assembly

Dorman 626-301 Heater Hose Assembly Review



Dorman 626-301 Heater Hose Assembly Feature

  • Per Car Qty:1
  • Incls Seals & Gaskets Needed for Installation
  • Heater Hose & Tube Assy
  • Supply & Return-w/Aux Heater
Dorman Products, Inc. is well-known as a leader in providing quality auto parts to the aftermarket. We've earned our reputation for excellence from over three decades of experience in providing automotive replacement parts, fasteners and service line products primarily for the automotive aftermarket. Our prestigious position stems from a unique combination of application expertise, innovative product design, and breadth of product offerings, many of which are not conveniently or economically available elsewhere. At Dorman, we take pride in the quality of our products and in your satisfaction.