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Old 06-16-2008, 04:30 PM   #7 (permalink)
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Originally Posted by FastPlastic View Post
The block heater is a good idea but can be costly to run. I'd suggest a grill block.
I suggest both!

A block heater is only costly to run if used improperly (left plugged in too long), or if your electricity rates are very high. You can max out its heating potential in about 1.5-3 hours. If I use my 350w unit, that's 3.2 cents to 6.4 cents per use at standard Ontario rates.
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