YM2210-B block heater install

[thehohoman]

I have an older 1970s model YM2210B and in need of information and location to put in a block heater. I am having an issue locating a threaded hole for the heater. Any locations or video would help greatly.
Thanks Frank

 

[RjCorazza]

Is the threaded heater you bought specifically for your model tractor? Not all engines are going to have a threaded plug in the block. All will have freeze plugs, where the majority of block heaters are installed.

 

[AaronM]

I don't think I have ever seen a threaded coolant plug on a YM2210 block. Many of the 3 cylinder Yanmars have them but, for some reason, most of the 2 cylinders don't. The freeze plug holes are typically too shallow for a block heater. I have seen some freeze plug extension tubes on ebay (for Kubota I think) but I'm just not sure if I would trust them to stay in there. I'm sure they must work but looks suspicious to me.

Many years ago I made a few batches of water pump back plates that had a small block heater threaded into it but that block heater was discontinued and we could not ever find another one thin enough to screw into that plate.

(edit: I found a picture of the custom water pump back plate in case anyone was interested)


Aaron

 

[thehohoman]

Is the threaded heater you bought specifically for your model tractor? Not all engines are going to have a threaded plug in the block. All will have freeze plugs, where the majority of block heaters are installed.

No, sir, I haven't purchased one yet. I wanted to see what the options were as to where to put one. She is a tough cookie to crank when cold. Have you had any experience with the magnetic types?

 

[thehohoman]

I don't think I have ever seen a threaded coolant plug on a YM2210 block. Many of the 3 cylinder Yanmars have them but, for some reason, most of the 2 cylinders don't. The freeze plug holes are typically too shallow for a block heater. I have seen some freeze plug extension tubes on ebay (for Kubota I think) but I'm just not sure if I would trust them to stay in there. I'm sure they must work but looks suspicious to me.

Many years ago I made a few batches of water pump back plates that had a small block heater threaded into it but that block heater was discontinued and we could not ever find another one thin enough to screw into that plate.

(edit: I found a picture of the custom water pump back plate in case anyone was interested)


Aaron

Thanks, Aaron, I really didst want to punch a plug out and have a problem getting it sealed back up. I might try a magnetic type. If you have any history of those, I'd appreciate any info. Thanks.

 

[AaronM]

Thanks, Aaron, I really didst want to punch a plug out and have a problem getting it sealed back up. I might try a magnetic type. If you have any history of those, I'd appreciate any info. Thanks.

Someone here probably has personal experience with them and can help better but the general feedback I have received on the magnetic heaters is that they work fine unless it gets really cold. If you throw a heavy blanket over the engine it will help a lot too.

Aaron

 

[YanmarFever]

They make heaters that mount on your radiator hose too.
Just cut the hose and clamp it on. I use to have one on my Mitsubishi tractor.
They probably work just the same. (maybe)

 

[R Barger]

No, sir, I haven't purchased one yet. I wanted to see what the options were as to where to put one. She is a tough cookie to crank when cold. Have you had any experience with the magnetic types?

You can get one that goes in the bottom radiator hose.

 

[ponytug]

Not on Yanmars, but I know folks who like the Wolverine brand silicone heaters.
Does your YM2210B have a thermostart in it? (Near the top of the intake manifold?) If so, does it help?

All the best, Peter

 

[bmaverick]

I have an older 1970s model YM2210B and in need of information and location to put in a block heater. I am having an issue locating a threaded hole for the heater. Any locations or video would help greatly.
Thanks Frank

Yanmar 2T90 has a plug in the block, item-45.
Could this be used? I do not know.

For the YM 3-digit models with the 2 cylinders having a plug like this,

Again, on the 2TR13 and upwards,
From the YM165 parts manual