Posted by Jerry in Idaho on Wednesday, October 25, 2006 at 6:26PM :
In Reply to: Re: Engine Heating Question posted by scottr on Wednesday, October 25, 2006 at 5:57PM :
This is true. However, the cylinder walls are warmed, which would warm the oil surrounding the pistons/rings, so this should actually allow the engine to turn over more easily than just heating the oil in the pan. I guess in extreme cold, it would be good to have both types.