LX3310 Block Heater Installation

[kubby 2013]

Has anyone installed a block heater on a LX3310 with full cab?It was 12 degrees F here this morning and mine didn't start up very readily after the glow plug light went out. Did start but took a bit of cranking. I would like to put one in if it is possible.

 

[je1279]

I'm not familiar with the engine on the LX3310, but on the LX2610, you only need to remove a threaded plug from the block and install the block heater in that location. You will want to have a bucket handy though, as you will definitely lose a bit of coolant. Also, after the installation, let the tractor warm up to operating temperature and then make sure to top off the coolant once it has cooled down. Here's a video that may be helpful.

 

[Showmedata]

The dealer installed mine before delivery so I can't comment on the procedure, but it's extremely effective. If it's been plugged in then the tractor starts right up without even waiting on the glow plugs (or maybe a few seconds), down to sub-zero temps.

 

[SDT]

Never done so on your model but likely time consuming due to need to remove components blocking access to core plugs.

I would simply operate glow plugs longer/again.

 

[kubby 2013]

Never done so on your model but likely time consuming due to need to remove components blocking access to core plugs.

I would simply operate glow plugs longer/again.

If like the video shows on the 2610 there is a simple threaded plug to remove and thread in the heater.

 

[Orange1forme]

I think the LX2610/3350 is the same engine as the B2650/3350.

I did mine, B2650 cab model.
The hardest part was getting the threaded plug loose. Once that was done it was very easy/simple.

I may have watched that video and if it does not say, just get the heater ready to install(pipe dope/tape) and as you pull the plug, install the heater.
You really won't lose much, if you get it to thread in immediately. Even if you don't get it perfect, the heater can work as a plug until you get it started.

Finally, it is just anti freeze so not really a big deal if you lose some/all. Just refill it.

 

[Daferris]

As I recall the threaded plug in the block takes a 17mm hex bit. The block heater is a 1-3/8 socket.
I have Wi-Fi in my barn so I have a Wi-Fi controlled outlet that I turn on about 1 hour before I go out to start the tractor. I use mine mostly because I want to limit the really cold starts as that causes extra wear & tear on the motor. Just a FYI the factory tightens plug in the block to 100+ FtLbs. Yes use pipe dope or Teflon tape on the heater or in really cold weather it can and will seep a little.
On mine I have an outlet for the extension cord to plug into so it's more convenient to plug in.

 

[6869704x4]

Finally, it is just anti freeze so not really a big deal if you lose some/all. Just refill it.

Yeah, the cats will clean it up.

 

[DustyRusty]

I am not a fan of using Teflon tape on any tapered pipe fittings. The Teflon removes the natural feel of how tight it is and you can overtighten in and damage the block. I only use plumber paste that comes in a can with a brush on the end of the cap. Teflon tape was originally designed to be used on old threaded fittings where the sharp edges of the threads have worn off. It was designed to take the place of using plumber paste and cotton string in the threads to make a tight fit. Most of you are too young to have ever seen the days when plumbers used to have sewing thread in their toolbox.