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OEM Block Heater Kit for 2019+?

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el_barto

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Would like to add the OEM engine block heater onto my 2019 2500 6.4L

The kit on the Mopar sites shows it’s only for up to 2018 model years…I would think it would still work, but maybe they changed some things (cord routing?) on 2019+?

Or should I just piecemeal a kit together with the specific parts for the 2019?
68409909AA - Cord

68409909AA - Genuine Mopar Engine Block Heater Wiring

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5149022AB - Heater element

5149022AB - Genuine Mopar Engine Block Heater

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6501374 - screw

6501373 - Genuine Mopar Hexagon Head Screw

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You only need the cord. The heater element is already installed in the block.

edit: I've got the OEM cord for mine but many folks simply purchase one off Amazon or Geno's. Heater Cord
In some respects I think the non-OEM is a better option - it's less expensive and doesn't come with christmas trees and clamps so you simply plug it in, lay it out and zip tie it in place rather than trying to suss out the OEM routing and use all the attachment pins and such that come on the cord.
 
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The heater element is already installed?! On the Hemi 6.4? Holy hell that’s amazing if true. I’ve had this truck for 6 years, have always wanted the block heater (would have ordered it if I had done a custom build) but it seemed like more trouble than it was worth so I never really looked into it. If I just need the cord that changes everything
 
Just out of curiosity,

How cold is it where the truck is parked, to where a block heater is necessary on a gasser? It obviously won’t hurt anything, but they sure don’t have a problem starting or warming up down to some absolutely frigid temperatures.

My 03 half ton lived a lot of North Dakota winters without one, and it still runs great to this day.
 
I'd rather use my block heater than let the truck idle to warm up a bit. I ordered the block heater with my truck but I'm interested to hear if yours actual has it already.
 
Trash Panda said:
Just out of curiosity,

How cold is it where the truck is parked, to where a block heater is necessary on a gasser? It obviously won’t hurt anything, but they sure don’t have a problem starting or warming up down to some absolutely frigid temperatures.

My 03 half ton lived a lot of North Dakota winters without one, and it still runs great to this day.
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Denver area, our winters are variable, but usually average 20F at night thru the winter months; cold fronts will see a couple of times a winter with sub-zero temps.

No, not necessary to have a block heater. But, would be nice to have heat a bit sooner, and engine will be a bit happier if it’s not starting as cold. I also don’t drive it every day, so some mornings it will be a true cold start, no residual heat in the block from driving the day before.
 
wrvond said:
You only need the cord. The heater element is already installed in the block.
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Do all 6.4’s come with the element installed? I guess I could search it but where is it located? I doubt I would need it but good to know for sure.


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motorhead426 said:
I'd rather use my block heater than let the truck idle to warm up a bit. I ordered the block heater with my truck but I'm interested to hear if yours actual has it already.
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I’m soft.

Block heater or not, my truck is idling until the ice is melted off, and the cab is toasty.

Freeze my ass off enough at work, I don’t need to add it to the commute lol
 
Trash Panda said:
I’m soft.

Block heater or not, my truck is idling until the ice is melted off, and the cab is toasty.

Freeze my ass off enough at work, I don’t need to add it to the commute lol
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I may let my cummins idle for 2-3 mins without plugging it in then I'm on the road even in -45 If I forget to plug it in I'm not waiting lol. I usually only plug in if it’s below -30. But a deleted truck does not build much heat idling lol
 
whitexc said:
Do all 6.4’s come with the element installed? I guess I could search it but where is it located? I doubt I would need it but good to know for sure.


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Boy am I embarrassed!
I did not notice the OP has a 6.4L. I was talking about the 6.7L Cummins engine. I don't know squat about the gasser engine and am not qualified to speak to any aspect of it.
Mea culpa!
 
el_barto said:
Would like to add the OEM engine block heater onto my 2019 2500 6.4L

The kit on the Mopar sites shows it’s only for up to 2018 model years…I would think it would still work, but maybe they changed some things (cord routing?) on 2019+?

Or should I just piecemeal a kit together with the specific parts for the 2019?
68409909AA - Cord

68409909AA - Genuine Mopar Engine Block Heater Wiring

MoparPartsGiant.com offers the great deal for genuine Mopar parts, 68409909AA. Engine Block Heater Wiring for $166.50. All parts are backed by the Mopar's warranty.
www.moparpartsgiant.com www.moparpartsgiant.com

5149022AB - Heater element

5149022AB - Genuine Mopar Engine Block Heater

MoparPartsGiant.com offers the great deal for genuine Mopar parts, 5149022AB. Engine Block Heater for $87.36. All parts are backed by the Mopar's warranty.
www.moparpartsgiant.com www.moparpartsgiant.com

6501374 - screw

6501373 - Genuine Mopar Hexagon Head Screw

MoparPartsGiant.com offers the great deal for genuine Mopar parts, 6501373. Hexagon Head Screw for $6.23. All parts are backed by the Mopar's warranty.
www.moparpartsgiant.com www.moparpartsgiant.com
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Well looking at the heater element linked to above there is a link that shows the location being on the driver’s side. It also makes it look like it is towards the rear of the block, but not sure.
 

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Did some more digging, good news / bad news.

Bad news: I don’t think the heater is pre installed like @wrvond said.

Good news: I assumed the heater went into a freeze plug, meaning you might loose coolant/messier install; but it looks like it goes into a “dry well”.
I

Thread 'Where on a 2022 Ram 2500 block heater'

Where on a 2022 Ram 2500 6.4 is the location to install a block heater.
Thank for any help have a picture of the location would be best.

Bad news: this guy had a good video on his 1500 5.7; but I’m guessing the install is relatively similar on the 6.4. While it does appear to be a “dry install”, the starter has to be removed to get it in.
 
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H3LZSN1P3R said:
I may let my cummins idle for 2-3 mins without plugging it in then I'm on the road even in -45 If I forget to plug it in I'm not waiting lol. I usually only plug in if it’s below -30. But a deleted truck does not build much heat idling lol
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The OEM exhaust brake function is the real MVP when it comes to warmup.

We have some 2015’s in the fleet that had a weight loss, and retained the exhaust brake function. They warm up just as good as my bone stock 22. I’d love to find a tuner who could replicate it.
 
wrvond said:
Boy am I embarrassed!
I did not notice the OP has a 6.4L. I was talking about the 6.7L Cummins engine. I don't know squat about the gasser engine and am not qualified to speak to any aspect of it.
Mea culpa!
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Back to school Mr! Read the whole question before answering!

Kidding. Appreciate that you realized and responded.

We don’t hear much about gassers and block heaters so a few ears perked up when the topic was brought up.


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Trash Panda said:
The OEM exhaust brake function is the real MVP when it comes to warmup.

We have some 2015’s in the fleet that had a weight loss, and retained the exhaust brake function. They warm up just as good as my bone stock 22. I’d love to find a tuner who could replicate it.
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I have the EB warmup but its still not the same
 
el_barto said:
Did some more digging, good news / bad news.

Bad news: I don’t think the heater is pre installed like @wrvond said.

Good news: I assumed the heater went into a freeze plug, meaning you might loose coolant/messier install; but it looks like it goes into a “dry well”.
I

Thread 'Where on a 2022 Ram 2500 block heater'

Where on a 2022 Ram 2500 6.4 is the location to install a block heater.
Thank for any help have a picture of the location would be best.

Bad news: this guy had a good video on his 1500 5.7; but I’m guessing the install is relatively similar on the 6.4. While it does appear to be a “dry install”, the starter has to be removed to get it in.
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@el_barto, were you able to get anywhere with this?
I may be needing to do similar....
 
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