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Con Learner Dubber

8 posts · joined Aug 2002 ·

#1353
hello....

Just wondering if anybody knows of a 12 volt heater that i can put into an L bug.... either that or even just a 12 volt heater element that i can put near the air blower in the dash.... (im not sure if these things exist or if it can be done, thats why im asking....) also, i know it doesnt get all that cold here, but im just looking at my options.

thanks

Con

KruizinKombi Seriously Obsessed Cyber Dubber

3,493 posts · joined Aug 2002 ·

#1357
Con, this has been discussed before, but possibly on the 'old' forum.

I think what came out of it basically was that it can be done, and has been done. There are heaters available for the purpose, but a 12V hair drier does the same thing.

Basically though, they are a huge strain on your electrical system and (I believe) that you are better off by far to repair/refit the stock heating system if at all possible. 🙂
Kruizin Kol

Bizarre Moderator The artist formerly known as blue74l

12,785 posts · joined Aug 2002 ·

#1397
Put a flange kit on your exhaust and all your problems go away
Futue te ipsum!!!

56astro Custom Title Time!

1,772 posts · joined Aug 2002 ·

#1438
Don't stop there Blue, what is this flange kit you speak of!

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1,945 posts · joined Aug 2002 ·

#1640
yeah the stock generator only produces about 30Amps of current at 12v which is 360 watts... i just looked at my hairdryer and it read 1500 watts...

the stock heater system is very effective, even with donut seals, although they can be pesky at times.
Jon