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Automcdonough · 10-31-2010, 05:36 PM

with how cheap normal 110v heaters are, it wouldn't be worth messing with that (possibly causing a weak connection).

Amazon.com: Lasko 754200 Ceramic Heater with Adjustable Thermostat: Kitchen & Dining: Reviews, Prices & more
They won't ship to you??

I had no idea 110v was not available in Finland, seems so standard. Even in Europe it's 50Hz but at least it's there. Around here you could get one of these for $5 at a garage sale.

Have you checked out the inline water heaters? With one of those you can use the car's original heater coil setup. This might give you an idea:
EV Source - 12V Electric Heaters

Prices there seem at least 3x what they should be but they look ready to fly. If you go that route then check out fish/marine supply stores.. but there will be a time lag, personally I'd go with the ceramic instant-on.

10-31-2010, 05:36 PM	#15 (permalink)
Automcdonough EcoModding Lurker Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Cleveland, OH Posts: 89 Thanks: 5 Thanked 7 Times in 5 Posts	with how cheap normal 110v heaters are, it wouldn't be worth messing with that (possibly causing a weak connection). Amazon.com: Lasko 754200 Ceramic Heater with Adjustable Thermostat: Kitchen & Dining: Reviews, Prices & more They won't ship to you?? I had no idea 110v was not available in Finland, seems so standard. Even in Europe it's 50Hz but at least it's there. Around here you could get one of these for $5 at a garage sale. Have you checked out the inline water heaters? With one of those you can use the car's original heater coil setup. This might give you an idea: EV Source - 12V Electric Heaters Prices there seem at least 3x what they should be but they look ready to fly. If you go that route then check out fish/marine supply stores.. but there will be a time lag, personally I'd go with the ceramic instant-on.