Combination Heaters
C&R offers 2 versions of the “Combination Heater”. Both utilize a self-contained, diesel-fired heater to handle all of your engine pre-heating requirements. Its 12-volt design makes it entirely independent of an external power source, providing up to 2 hours of continuous operation on a full charge. A 7-day timer can be programmed to start the unit at a desired time, providing you with a race car that is already up to temperature when you arrive at the track.
The Indy Car version utilizes a separate oil circuit so gearbox or engine oil can be heated to approximately 200°F in minutes. A 3-way valve then allows for the option to heat the engine water as well. Depending on the system, the water temp will reach 150-170°F within 30 minutes with a maximum temperature of approximately 200°F.
The Sprint car version is the same as above without the 3-way valve system.
Specifications
- Electrical – self contained 12v battery/110v plug to charge battery and/or operate unit (2.5 hrs. for complete charge).
- Fuel – operates on diesel or kerosene fuel only. Fuel consumption: 16 gal/hr. (high)/.08 gal/hr. (low). Tank capacity .3 gal.
- Coolant – Recommended mix of water and NEO “Keep Cool” conditioner (minimizes heater corrosion). Tank capacity 1.0 gal.
- Separate oil circuit for engine or gearbox oil. Tank capacity – 1 qt.
- Fabricated check valve recommended for quick connection, fill-ups & directional flow (extra charge).
Benefits
- Independent of generator power – can be used anywhere at anytime!
- Heats gearbox/engine oil, engine water or both at the same time.
- Small size allows for easy storage – collapsible handle
- Oil reservoir tank to independently fill system prior to connection to the race car.
- On Indy Car Combination Heater model the valve system allows for adding specific amounts of oil.
- Digital temp gauge to monitor oil temp as it is circulating
- No scorching of the oil due to constant circulation
- “Smart” charger to optimize battery life
CR-UC-CPA002A – Combination Heater – Indy Car style
CR-UC-DPA002A – Combination Heater – Sprint Car style
Fabricated Check Valves available:



