Webasto diesel heater retro fit.

Mogodon · 31st July 2015, 17:49

Got an 04 facelift Derv ZT.

Would the wiring be there already for the Webasto diesel pre-heater ?

Easy fit or PIA and more bother than it's worth?

Falcon Flyer · 31st July 2015, 17:53

I believe all the cars were wired for the pump and the webasto itself. Get it done, easily the best bit of kit on my car!

Graham E · 31st July 2015, 18:02

Sorry to hijack thread but what does this do?

The Rovering Member · 31st July 2015, 18:04

Warms up the car on a winter's morning while you're still having your morning cuppa.

Mogodon · 31st July 2015, 18:05

You can set it to pre-heat the engine before you start the car. A modern version of the famous Kenlowe pre-heater.

Mogodon · 31st July 2015, 18:06

Is the a how-to anywhere ?

The Rovering Member · 31st July 2015, 18:18

Just wondering if that's a possibility. Obviously a small diesel container would have to be fitted somewhere. I've often thought about it with a lorry night-heater as it's a real boon on a frosty morning getting into a warm, completely clear motor.

HarryM1BYT · 31st July 2015, 18:43

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Originally Posted by The Rovering Member

Just wondering if that's a possibility. Obviously a small diesel container would have to be fitted somewhere. I've often thought about it with a lorry night-heater as it's a real boon on a frosty morning getting into a warm, completely clear motor.

My how to for the diesel install is below. There is no reason why it could not be fitted to a petrol, if space can be found for the unit. It is a shoe box size unit and needs connection to the small heater pipework and space for the exhaust and must go under the bonnet - you wouldn't want it in the cabin, if it miss fired..

bl52krz · 31st July 2015, 19:08

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Originally Posted by HarryM1BYT

My how to for the diesel install is below. There is no reason why it could not be fitted to a petrol, if space can be found for the unit. It is a shoe box size unit and needs connection to the small heater pipework and space for the exhaust and must go under the bonnet - you wouldn't want it in the cabin, if it miss fired..

Quick question Harry. When the cars (Diesel) were made, did they all have the pump for the FBH fitted under the car, or would you have to retrofit the take off from the tank?

The Rovering Member · 31st July 2015, 19:22

That's good, sounds like it may be easier than cruise control anyway.

l can't find your guide to fitting listed, Harry.

31st July 2015, 17:49	#1
Mogodon Gets stuck in MG ZT 135+ Diesel Auto Mk2. Nisan Micra 1.4 SVE Auto. Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: Wellingborough, Northamptonshire. Posts: 835 Thanks: 196 Thanked 198 Times in 84 Posts	Webasto diesel heater retro fit. Got an 04 facelift Derv ZT. Would the wiring be there already for the Webasto diesel pre-heater ? Easy fit or PIA and more bother than it's worth? __________________ Plenum spyhole mod. Powerflow backbox. 11 spoke alloys repainted Black Sparkle. Black Expansion tank. Drivers side cup holder. PPD carpeted heater box sides. Illuminated sun visors, PPD Door reflectors. PPD Seatbelt lower mount bolt covers. PPD Drivers grab handle. Cubby rechargeable torch and power socket. FBH retro-fitted. FBH engine pre-heater mod done. Electric rear Sunblind. Tow bar. Flip key. MGR towing mirrors and Saloon roof bars. Hand Built in Birmingham

31st July 2015, 17:53	#2
Falcon Flyer Gets stuck in R75 CDTi Auto Conn SE Mk1 Saloon Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Crowthorne, Berkshire Posts: 665 Thanks: 190 Thanked 64 Times in 54 Posts	I believe all the cars were wired for the pump and the webasto itself. Get it done, easily the best bit of kit on my car! __________________ The only 75 with a non-factory fitted, factory fitted sunroof!!!!

31st July 2015, 18:04	#4
The Rovering Member I really should get out more....... Rover 75 saloon Join Date: Feb 2014 Location: London Posts: 2,962 Thanks: 263 Thanked 538 Times in 431 Posts	Warms up the car on a winter's morning while you're still having your morning cuppa. __________________ Reducing the size of my Rover fleet by adding a 75 to it.

31st July 2015, 18:05	#5
Mogodon Gets stuck in MG ZT 135+ Diesel Auto Mk2. Nisan Micra 1.4 SVE Auto. Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: Wellingborough, Northamptonshire. Posts: 835 Thanks: 196 Thanked 198 Times in 84 Posts	You can set it to pre-heat the engine before you start the car. A modern version of the famous Kenlowe pre-heater. __________________ Plenum spyhole mod. Powerflow backbox. 11 spoke alloys repainted Black Sparkle. Black Expansion tank. Drivers side cup holder. PPD carpeted heater box sides. Illuminated sun visors, PPD Door reflectors. PPD Seatbelt lower mount bolt covers. PPD Drivers grab handle. Cubby rechargeable torch and power socket. FBH retro-fitted. FBH engine pre-heater mod done. Electric rear Sunblind. Tow bar. Flip key. MGR towing mirrors and Saloon roof bars. Hand Built in Birmingham

31st July 2015, 18:06	#6
Mogodon Gets stuck in MG ZT 135+ Diesel Auto Mk2. Nisan Micra 1.4 SVE Auto. Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: Wellingborough, Northamptonshire. Posts: 835 Thanks: 196 Thanked 198 Times in 84 Posts	Is the a how-to anywhere ? __________________ Plenum spyhole mod. Powerflow backbox. 11 spoke alloys repainted Black Sparkle. Black Expansion tank. Drivers side cup holder. PPD carpeted heater box sides. Illuminated sun visors, PPD Door reflectors. PPD Seatbelt lower mount bolt covers. PPD Drivers grab handle. Cubby rechargeable torch and power socket. FBH retro-fitted. FBH engine pre-heater mod done. Electric rear Sunblind. Tow bar. Flip key. MGR towing mirrors and Saloon roof bars. Hand Built in Birmingham

31st July 2015, 18:02	#3
Graham E Loves to post MG ZT-T CDTI Join Date: May 2010 Location: Newport Posts: 384 Thanks: 7 Thanked 25 Times in 23 Posts	Sorry to hijack thread but what does this do?

31st July 2015, 18:18	#7
The Rovering Member I really should get out more....... Rover 75 saloon Join Date: Feb 2014 Location: London Posts: 2,962 Thanks: 263 Thanked 538 Times in 431 Posts	Retrofit to Petrol car Just wondering if that's a possibility. Obviously a small diesel container would have to be fitted somewhere. I've often thought about it with a lorry night-heater as it's a real boon on a frosty morning getting into a warm, completely clear motor. __________________ Reducing the size of my Rover fleet by adding a 75 to it.

31st July 2015, 19:22	#10
The Rovering Member I really should get out more....... Rover 75 saloon Join Date: Feb 2014 Location: London Posts: 2,962 Thanks: 263 Thanked 538 Times in 431 Posts	That's good, sounds like it may be easier than cruise control anyway. l can't find your guide to fitting listed, Harry. __________________ Reducing the size of my Rover fleet by adding a 75 to it.