COMPETITION HEAT INC.
#587
You will really be glad you have one.
I began using mine when Eric first came out with them. I probably have one of the first 2-3 he ever made and it still works and performs like it was new. We had no idea all the of the applications that would be out there for the heater. We just knew it was needed and heat guns were just not cutting it.
I have heard several say "we never needed a heater before, why now"? That is true.....to a point. There has always been a problem with "Rob Wear" during break-in, there always has been issues with tight pinch when engines are new, there is always been problems with engine that cost $300-$500 and we only got 6-8 gallons on them. That was the norm, with the Comp Heat Heater, there is a new "Norm".
My favorite use for the heater (even in 90 degree heat) is pre-heating before each heat or main. I love going out to run knowing that my engine is close to temp so I can decide on what I need to do as far as the needles go. It is just awesome. I never mis-tune my engine before a heat or main, this is huge to me.
I pre-heat and use the cover when I am using the break-in bench. It is just so simple and easy to use. All I an say is if you have the $$$$, you need to get one of these. You and your motor will love it!!!
I began using mine when Eric first came out with them. I probably have one of the first 2-3 he ever made and it still works and performs like it was new. We had no idea all the of the applications that would be out there for the heater. We just knew it was needed and heat guns were just not cutting it.
I have heard several say "we never needed a heater before, why now"? That is true.....to a point. There has always been a problem with "Rob Wear" during break-in, there always has been issues with tight pinch when engines are new, there is always been problems with engine that cost $300-$500 and we only got 6-8 gallons on them. That was the norm, with the Comp Heat Heater, there is a new "Norm".
My favorite use for the heater (even in 90 degree heat) is pre-heating before each heat or main. I love going out to run knowing that my engine is close to temp so I can decide on what I need to do as far as the needles go. It is just awesome. I never mis-tune my engine before a heat or main, this is huge to me.
I pre-heat and use the cover when I am using the break-in bench. It is just so simple and easy to use. All I an say is if you have the $$$$, you need to get one of these. You and your motor will love it!!!
#588
You will really be glad you have one.
I began using mine when Eric first came out with them. I probably have one of the first 2-3 he ever made and it still works and performs like it was new. We had no idea all the of the applications that would be out there for the heater. We just knew it was needed and heat guns were just not cutting it.
I have heard several say "we never needed a heater before, why now"? That is true.....to a point. There has always been a problem with "Rob Wear" during break-in, there always has been issues with tight pinch when engines are new, there is always been problems with engine that cost $300-$500 and we only got 6-8 gallons on them. That was the norm, with the Comp Heat Heater, there is a new "Norm".
My favorite use for the heater (even in 90 degree heat) is pre-heating before each heat or main. I love going out to run knowing that my engine is close to temp so I can decide on what I need to do as far as the needles go. It is just awesome. I never mis-tune my engine before a heat or main, this is huge to me.
I pre-heat and use the cover when I am using the break-in bench. It is just so simple and easy to use. All I an say is if you have the $$$$, you need to get one of these. You and your motor will love it!!!
I began using mine when Eric first came out with them. I probably have one of the first 2-3 he ever made and it still works and performs like it was new. We had no idea all the of the applications that would be out there for the heater. We just knew it was needed and heat guns were just not cutting it.
I have heard several say "we never needed a heater before, why now"? That is true.....to a point. There has always been a problem with "Rob Wear" during break-in, there always has been issues with tight pinch when engines are new, there is always been problems with engine that cost $300-$500 and we only got 6-8 gallons on them. That was the norm, with the Comp Heat Heater, there is a new "Norm".
My favorite use for the heater (even in 90 degree heat) is pre-heating before each heat or main. I love going out to run knowing that my engine is close to temp so I can decide on what I need to do as far as the needles go. It is just awesome. I never mis-tune my engine before a heat or main, this is huge to me.
I pre-heat and use the cover when I am using the break-in bench. It is just so simple and easy to use. All I an say is if you have the $$$$, you need to get one of these. You and your motor will love it!!!


plus Eric is a super kool kat!!
#589
I have a questions about heater during break-in. Do you have to remove the heater once engine is started or can you unplug it and use the wrap to keep engine temps up? (on box)
Last edited by jaywax; 07-21-2010 at 07:29 PM.
#591
I just unplug and use the cover while running the motor, this allows the motor to generate it own heat, I feel if u leave the heater plugged up during break in the motor temps are false and u end up running a really rich sitting durning this process.
#592
Brandon is correct. Once the motor is fired, I un-plug the heater. I want to just block the air from the prop and keep the motor warm. If you leave the heater on, you will have to run the engine way rich to keep it cooler. That is too hard on the rod/crankpin.
The only way a motor will break in is to run the motor and try and simulate its "Natural Temps and Enviroment". The piston / sleeve will wear properly as the motor is running, you just want to keep the temps up to keep from having to tight of pinch that makes it harder for the piston to reach TDC. If you run it too rich, that is just as bad as it being cold. I break in with the engine being only a couple hours rich, not blubbering, I also break in half to 3/4 throttle from tank one. 8 plus gallons on every motor I have done.
You'll love the heater.
The only way a motor will break in is to run the motor and try and simulate its "Natural Temps and Enviroment". The piston / sleeve will wear properly as the motor is running, you just want to keep the temps up to keep from having to tight of pinch that makes it harder for the piston to reach TDC. If you run it too rich, that is just as bad as it being cold. I break in with the engine being only a couple hours rich, not blubbering, I also break in half to 3/4 throttle from tank one. 8 plus gallons on every motor I have done.
You'll love the heater.
#594
Joined: Sep 2008
Posts: 2,767
From: Pleasant View TN
#595
Read back through this thread, many of the engine modders carry them. Houstons, PTM, Cold Fusion, Whitehouse Hobbies in TN etc.
There is no "Heat Coils", it basically is heating pad of sorts. Pretty Trick technology and very durable.
There is no "Heat Coils", it basically is heating pad of sorts. Pretty Trick technology and very durable.
Last edited by Kalgard Racing; 07-22-2010 at 06:50 PM.
#600
hey guys ive just got a comp heater here in australia and i have to say this thing is awsome, i couldnt beleive it when the heat soaked in to the whole motor although a bit pricey up here as i have to purchace a drop down inverter that cost 150 au, as we sit on 240 v. maybe now that we have a distributer here for comp heat maybe they should think about making some compatible for aus with aus plug and voltage. still the best money ive spent though.



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