Jumping Glow Plugs

[JoelD]

Is it possible to jump a glow plug? Can you use jump pack and hook negative to engine block and postive to the glow plug to get them hot?

Thanks,
Joel

 

[radioman]

interesting concept- never heard of it being done, but why would you need to do that ? Only thing I seen is youtube showing how to test the glowplugs out of the engine with battery.

 

[RickB]

I have "hot wired" glowplugs from a tractor's own battery a few times. In instances of a faulty key switch or similar problem, I can get the tractor running and moved to a more suitable place to do a proper repair. I've been known to run a jumper wire to a fuel shutoff solenoid for similar reasons. Something about working in severe conditions when it's unnecessary becomes less appealing as the years pass.

 

[Diamondpilot]

You would be better off to use some 10ga wire and a switch that is only on when pushed called a "momentary on".

Chris

 

[RickB]

You would be better off to use some 10ga wire and a switch that is only on when pushed called a "momentary on".

Chris

I don't hardwire them. I disconnect the glowplugs when the heat cycle is complete. A jumper wire with alligator clips is all I use. 'Momentary on' in a different fashion.