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Another EBH question

Discussion in 'Gen 2 Prius Accessories & Modifications' started by Rxmxsh, Jan 8, 2008.

  1. Rxmxsh

    Rxmxsh Member

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    So my EBH is on its way, and should be here by the weekend. My question - does it harm/beneifit to car to plug in the EBH if the engine is already warm? For example, if I come home from work, and I know that in about 2 hours I am going to the gym - can I plug in the EBH then and have it ready to go?

    Also - after some searching I found that some of you will keep your EBH plugged in for several days, or a week at a time. Does that not harm the car at all, or the integrity of the oil?
     
    #1 Rxmxsh, Jan 8, 2008
  2. JimboK

    JimboK One owner, low mileage

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    It shouldn't do it any harm to plug it in with an already-warm block. I do it frequently when I expect to be driving again within ~3 hours.

    Nor do I know of any harm from leaving plugged it up for an extended period ... except to your electric bill. I can't see the value in that, and the electricity cost will outweigh the fuel savings.
     
    #2 JimboK, Jan 8, 2008
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