have you had any issues with the heater? i have heard rumors that it can mess up the sensors and the car wont start. thanks for the video
@sarita24Ай бұрын
Question - i don’t have a squealing sound, but it does sound like the fan near my glove box sounds tired… i can hear it running now and my AC isn’t as cool as it was before. Do you think it’s still the fan I should replace?
@mikesanders9023 ай бұрын
BLUE !!!!
@Danroxye013 ай бұрын
Thanks for sharing. Glad to know there is a hole for a block heater specific to this engine, you save me time on research, this is certainly the best way.
@pb7379-j2k3 ай бұрын
How do you remove the strainer? I would have liked to have seen that part because I can't for the life of me see how
@joelhermanross3 ай бұрын
Great video. Forks seals successfully changed 👍
@kimzg12245 ай бұрын
Thank you for a great video! What year is your bike?
@CharlesGahl5 ай бұрын
The way to clear the glass is to run a small hot fire every morning for about 15 minutes straight up the chimney (balast open). And that should be long enough to bring the catalyst to the active zone. If you watch blaze king videos on how to operate a catalyst stove, you'll see that they recommend a hot fire for 15 minutes straight through the chimney and then to leave the air intake thermostat on full open for half an hour once you close the ballast. That will clear the glass, further help condition the chimney and the wood for a longer burn. Remember that the condition of your glass is reflective of the condition of your chimney. As much as you want to clear your glass, you really want to make sure that you burn off any residue in the chimney as well. That's what a small hot fire up the chimney along with a period of hot burning through the catalyst will do.
@artenvi86716 ай бұрын
How many Km of oil do you need to change, and how many CC of oil does it require?
@acesgaragehowto5 ай бұрын
This one takes 610cc of oil. In my case, the forks seals were leaking so that is why I replaced. But I would think that you could probably get 4 or 5 years between fork oil changes.
@carolhanson40357 ай бұрын
What is the best way, most efficient way to load the wood in your Sirocco Blaze King?
@Luckshowsup7 ай бұрын
Is this the same for a 2018?
@devonrector5067 ай бұрын
Where can i order this?
@Bbp-ys6sv8 ай бұрын
thank you from France, super video i make job like you
@glaciergrizzlymt9 ай бұрын
Didn’t really show how to do it. Showed approximately where it goes, then next frame it’s in. Is there a plug that pops out? Or is there bolt that comes out?
@lorenedwards267810 ай бұрын
Curious if a insulated liner was used when installed it helps maintain stack temps and improves the draft. Did the installer oval the liner or kink it when passing thru the damper instead of making the opening the correct size to pass the liner? 😅When you open the door to reload, do you open the bypass? Give it 15-20 seconds to stabilize then crack the door for an additional 20-30 seconds let it stabilize again. Then slowly open the door this will reduce smoke spillage. Most 2020 epa rated stoves will spill smoke if that process isnt used. Sell several brands all will spill if the above steps aren’t followed. Burn time on Blaze king is rated in the low setting states so in the manual. Wood density makes a big difference in burn times. You didn’t specify your wood that your using. Hard woods such as oak with moisture content below 20 percent will give you the best results.
@joem5110 Жыл бұрын
TIP: Use silicone spray or brake cleaner on the fuel line, spray inside fuel line, to make it slide right on. Plastic barbed connectors break easy.
@LouisStreet9 ай бұрын
A much easier procedure on these bikes is to just remove the barb from the pump lid by removing the two screws. It will then pull off. There are two o-rings that make a seal between the barb and the lid.
@joem5110 Жыл бұрын
Probably want to replace your fuel filter at the same time. The OEM fuel filter is a MAHLE KL 315.
@AlaskanAdventure Жыл бұрын
Well done video..removed any mysteries about the why and how AND the results of changing out the fuel pump, even giving the PN..very helpful! The distanced mic soundtrack was a bit hard for my 73 y/o ears with too many years of loud racing pipes and sirens, (retired 1st responder, not an outlaw being chased 🚔), but the CC helped me understand everything clearly..ThanX for a great video, brother!
@acesgaragehowto Жыл бұрын
Thank you for the props! I know I need a better audio set up if I am going to make more vids.... LOL Happy riding!
@G35madboost Жыл бұрын
What was the part number for that block heater?
@AnastationAero Жыл бұрын
Hi, my name is Anastasiya, I'm from Russia, I have f700gs and I love it. Thank you for your video, it looks really easy, so I don't scarry now to do it my self))
@CharlesEscue Жыл бұрын
Forum searches helped me narrow down my issue to a bad fuel pump in my 2009 F800GS. Your video was spot on and helped me tremendously in determining part numbers and order of operations. Many thanks, Ace!
@acesgaragehowto Жыл бұрын
Thank you for the props Charles! Happy riding!
@tonymctony6 ай бұрын
Was your issue - stalling when releasing the throttle after riding for a while?
@CharlesEscue6 ай бұрын
@@tonymctony Not exactly. It initially started when the bike didn't want to maintain idle on warmup and would stall. After getting it warm, it would stay running but eventually it would stall out, regardless of throttle position.
@ilerioyedele8481 Жыл бұрын
This worked for my 2013 Toyota Matrix.
@ilerioyedele8481 Жыл бұрын
Thanks so much for this video. It was a life saver.
@notsofast5495 Жыл бұрын
wasn't there a plug that needed to be removed before you could install it
@acesgaragehowto Жыл бұрын
There wasn't one in mine
@chrissoto4730 Жыл бұрын
Will other heating blocks work the same or does it have to be that specific one. For example zerostart part number 3100078…will that work on this? It’s not a dip stick looking one like the one you have
@acesgaragehowto Жыл бұрын
Good question........ I had the parts guys look it up to ensure fit. So I'm not sure about the P/N you listed
@jackle842000 Жыл бұрын
Anyone know how long the cats last on the blaze kings and if there's a way to make them if say the company goes under or stops making them later for any reason? With that said, anyone know if these are even less efficient than an old school stove with the cat bypass engaged? Wonder what kind of burn times it gets with vs without the cat? What kind of temps could I expect with it cranked all the way down low? Keep wondering if I could get a bigger stove and get way longer burn times and still working the cat efficiently for a well insulated 1200 sq ft house. Thanks for any insight as it will be greatly appreciated
@acesgaragehowto Жыл бұрын
I know for the cat to perform its duty it cannot drop below a certain temperature. I would want to have a stove that could be run close to wide open rather than having a larger stove that would need to be dampened down significantly. Hope you get a stove you are happy with!
@jackle842000 Жыл бұрын
@@acesgaragehowto Does the cat temp drop a lot when it's turned low? Seen some people commenting like it doesn't but was kind of wondering if they're crazy. They have thermometers on the cat right? Thanks for the info
@frankmaggard7123 Жыл бұрын
I replace mine every 10 years, still works ok but the efficiency goes up with a new combustor.
@thatguy1919 Жыл бұрын
Will this work on the 2021 Corolla LE with AT?
@acesgaragehowto Жыл бұрын
If you look at the engine where the block heater would be inserted you'll be able to tell. Good luck!
@larrymichaud235 Жыл бұрын
Good Job!, I need to do this for my 2010 Matrix which came from Burnaby BC,
@koolinstincts7495 Жыл бұрын
Hi Amy idea how to do a 2020 corolla? Thanks
@acesgaragehowto Жыл бұрын
I am thinking the 2020 should be the same...... but I am not certain of that
@ThePatente Жыл бұрын
I don't think the 2020 have a block heater hole. My aunt have a 21, the Hatchback and the only thing they could install was a battery tender.
@njsongwriter Жыл бұрын
I'm not sure how you did that... You said the writing was to go up...? But it's the air flow arrow that matters and the air flow arrow should point down as you said the air goes from the top to the bottom.
@acesgaragehowto Жыл бұрын
Yes that’s right. The writing on that filter went up and the arrows for airflow are beside the writing pointing down. The point is that the filter should indicate airflow direction
@njsongwriter Жыл бұрын
@@acesgaragehowto Some brands like STP with the air flow arrows pointing down the print on the filter will be upside down.
@dannyaustin84 Жыл бұрын
On my 2011 it was the fuel pump controller that was goosed. Then the plastic body of the tank cover developed a tiny crack that started leaking fuel as it made it's way up from the tank. JB weld on top and bottom of the area. All good now. I also changed the pump and filter while I was trying to solve the stalling issue.
@ACEn8r Жыл бұрын
Glad to hear you are back up and running!
@sanderg.3561 Жыл бұрын
Good movie Ace, thanks! We have this problem but we're on a big trip. Currently in Indian Himalayas, we hope to be able to still ride it to New Delhi. Let's see if we can get a new fuel pump here fast. 😅
@ACEn8r Жыл бұрын
Sounds like an amazing trip! Let me know if this solved your issue.
@Dominick_Francione Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the video. I have the Ashford 25. I love the unit. It’s beautiful. I have had almost the same experiences as you (smoke spillage, black glass, nowhere near 25 hour burn time). I’m going to see if I can get longer burn times this season by experimenting with wood configurations in the firebox. Either way, I’m very happy with the unit and grateful to have it.
@acesgaragehowto Жыл бұрын
Thank you! Happy wood burning!
@ThePatente Жыл бұрын
That easy? I knew. Thanks mate. The plug broke on mine, already installed. Toyota Dealer ask me 350$ to change... ... ... The... Wire... ... You know, it's only the plug... Nope. - "It's a special cable you know?" - Yeah, I know I'll do it myself, have a good day. 🤣
@ThePatente Жыл бұрын
Did it with a wire from Groupe Maska. I checked another Toyota Dealer. They don't even want to touch the car for a Block Heater. Discontinued they said... The Block Heater? The Cord? Everything they said... Groupe Maska had it in stock. 15 minutes job. Thanks mate...:) And for the Toyota dealer... ... ... You sell car in Kit now???
@ThePatente Жыл бұрын
But GOD DAMN IT'S TIGHT DOWN THERE. I don't work on car, that's why...🤣🤣
@harmandeepsinghsandhu3921 Жыл бұрын
Hi, thank you for the video. Please Can you help me with buying a similar block heater and cord for toyota corolla 2017. Thank you
@acesgaragehowto Жыл бұрын
I know I got that one at Lordco. I should have taken a photo with the P/N and put it in the comments. Almost any parts store should be able to find that style.
@ThePatente Жыл бұрын
@@acesgaragehowto Yup, Carquest in Sorel-Tracy, Québec had 4-5 models in stock, right now, so... Can be found ANYWHERE. You know, it rains Corolla everywhere in Canada. 🤣
@nestorlopez2587 Жыл бұрын
Thanks Sir!!! Really appreciate with your video!!!!! Thanks again!!!
@geoffroyfalot3583 Жыл бұрын
Thanks mate!
@smoothlarryhughes Жыл бұрын
Was your unit installed with a block off plate inside the fireplace? I have the Ashford 25, which is basically the same unit. My installer insulated the entire length of the liner and insulated a lot around the chimney flu area, but didn't install a block off plate. I'm not sure it would make much of a difference or not. Are you happy with the unit so far?
@acesgaragehowto2 жыл бұрын
Turns out this solved the stalling issue on my F800GS, I have seen some people recommending the Bosch fuel pump. It turns out it happened to be a Bosch fuel pump that I removed!
@davidm93762 жыл бұрын
Thanks for posting this. I have looked for years and found nothing. You're great!
@acesgaragehowto2 жыл бұрын
Glad it worked out for you
@kamalsaini8158 Жыл бұрын
Hi I have moved from Australia and do we really need a block heater ? Please
@acesgaragehowto Жыл бұрын
@@kamalsaini8158 in Alberta.........yes!
@ThePatente Жыл бұрын
@@kamalsaini8158 Australia To Alberta Canada? YES buddy, you need a Block Heater... :) Mmmmm. We're in late october? INSTALL IT ASAP. 🤣🤣
@oregonbowguy19792 жыл бұрын
The recommended minimum chimney length is 15'. Again that is the minimum. If you liner is not insulated, it is recommended so it will hold stack temps and improve draft. As for cleaning the combustor, that should not be needed except once or twice a season at most, given proper draft and properly season wood. As to burn times, without sufficient draft, you may not be able to operate the stove at the lowest possible burn rate and still maintain combustor activity. The good about addressing the draft issue, you will also be able to get higher Btu production if you can in fact pull more air into the firebox. You might also consider loading smaller pieces when you are available or awake and can attend to the fire. For extended burn times, use larger diameter pieces for the load, reducing surface area available to combustion. The first step to increasing your satisfaction is to improve the draft, reduce the smoke spillage into the room and get the best possible burn times. Happy burning....this winter.
@acesgaragehowto2 жыл бұрын
You are absolutely right . In fact, we had a person from the dealer come and look at our situation before we bought and he did not go over the min chimney height. On the initial install the installers squished the pipe as there was a wide but narrow passage through part of the existing chimney. We pulled the pipe out and re-installed the following year. There are some big trees surrounding the property which is located on the leeward side of a slope. All of those things had a negative impact on draft.
@zaekim10632 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the review. I’m waiting for my BK Sirocco 25 delivery. I also have a single story external chimney and was wondering whether you got block off plate installed over the top of the insert? For chimney liner, did you use single or insulated? Thanks in advance
@acesgaragehowto2 жыл бұрын
No block off plate over the top, and used just a single flexible stainless steel liner inside of an existing chimney. Hope it works out great for you!
@kao93792 жыл бұрын
Are you opening your bypass before opening door. That will minimize smoke coming into your room.
@acesgaragehowto2 жыл бұрын
Yes of course, and some windows as well to make sure there is plenty of air available!
@Rancidkidd2 жыл бұрын
Are you sure this is needed every few weeks? Blaze King manual states you should "limit cleaning to the face of the combustor". Apparently the combustors are very sensitive. I have read that most users will just crank up the stove to high every once in a while to burn off any deposits. Perhaps in depends on the wood you are using. I am only a keyboard warrior on blaze king as I don't have mine yet. Thanks!
@acesgaragehowto2 жыл бұрын
I live in a high humidity environment, so typically there is more residual moisture in the wood I am burning simply due to the local climate. This results in quicker buildup on the combustor. Maybe in drier climates and wood with less moisture it would not be required as often. Cheers and good luck
@Rancidkidd2 жыл бұрын
Tanks for the video. How do you think the stove would operate with the built in fans off and instead used a pedestal fan blowing at the stove to disperse the heat (opposite of what you would think to do). This is a common practice for free standing wood stove owners and may help you avoid having to use the noisy built in fan. Would love to see more videos of how it burns. There are so few videos on these inserts from actual owners. Note: I ordered an Ashford 25 through a dealer back in November and am still waiting on it. Can't wait for it. Thanks again.
@acesgaragehowto2 жыл бұрын
I do think the built in fan is the best way to transfer heat into the room, especially because the insert is in a relatively enclosed cavity. Usually I would run the fan on a lower speed and that cut the noise by quite a bit.
@jeremyhaag96252 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the info. I'm looking at the Blaze King Ashford 25 which I think is the same fire box with a different trim on the front. The info on burn time is a little disappointing compared to the spec but manageable. How would you rate the accuracy of the spec for sq. ft. heating capacity of up to 1600?
@acesgaragehowto2 жыл бұрын
Yes the Ashford is the same but with a fancier finish! We had the insert in a room of about 550 square feet at our home in Comox on Vancouver island where the climate is warmer but moist (typically between 0 and 6 degrees Celcius in the winter). The Sirocco had no problem cooking the room out and keeping most of the rest of the house warm as well(nearly 2000 square feet). So I would say it should have no problem keeping spaces of up to 1600 square feet warm (depending on the outside air temp). Hope it goes well for you!
@blackvelvetchimney Жыл бұрын
That was a great video. I am a professional wood heating expert and I can help you with your problems with the smoking and the glass issue. If you would like you can visit my website at blackvelvetchimney.com and then fill out the form send me your information I’ll be more than happy to discuss this with you. I’m a Blaze King dealer and have installed numerous Ashford’s which is the same thing as a sirocco as well as freestanding units. Keep up the good work thank you.
@donbredorouso27872 жыл бұрын
Fans with fireplaces have been a secret GAG of the fireplace industry for a long time. Very loud, Very inefficient, using hundred year old technology and selling for ultra premium prices, 500$ for a 20$ piece of junk. I also had a loud fire place fan in an insert, I replaced it with an AC infinity brand fan. It uses new technology, brushless motors, and it is speed adjustable. and very efficient, and it is a lot quieter. The other GAG the fireplace industry is in on, is that they position the fan way in the back, where it will get HOT and then the electric device will fail. Air that is HOT is less dense, and trying to blow hot air is futile. I have my fan on the exterior, where it sucks dense, COLD air and blows it into , up, and out of the fireplace. WOW much better. If you want to sponsor me with a few millions, I will develop a more genius fireplace than any of these cronies in the game.
@acesgaragehowto2 жыл бұрын
Yes the fan in the fireplace insert does seem to be a bit of an afterthought even though its essential to moving heat through the room. Fan noise was by far the most irritating feature of the insert. Maybe you could pitch your ideas to Blaze King :)
@MiSa0880910 ай бұрын
How do you have your fan situated to blow the cold air in. And what fan are you using? Can you show an example? Thanks
@donbredorouso278710 ай бұрын
Hi, I have the ac infinity fan , and i have it about 3-4 feet in front of the fireplace, blowing along the floor. the air goes under the fireplace and up the back and out the top. It would be great to have a fan suck cold air from the basement and blow it back there. better yet, take hot air and blow it into the basement. But THEY dont make houses like that @@MiSa08809