Way back when I lived where such things were needed [the frozen wastelands of Indiana] the best [cheap] way was to put one into the lower radiator hose for [back then] about $15. Worked fine for 100k miles or so. Didn't have a Benz then, though. BillR
-----Original Message----- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Peter Merle Sent: Friday, May 30, 2008 12:43 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: [MBZ] Looking for 220V Om617 block heater I'm looking for a block heater for my tired 300D to nurse it through the winter here in Capetown. The agents want $500 ! anyone know who sells aftermarket ones? BTW where does it mount on the block ? PEter Merle _______________________________________ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com _______________________________________ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
