Grid matrix removal

[james]

My engines are 6cta 8.3’s rated at 400 cpl 1282. I’ve got them torn down for service (After Coolers off, water pumps and gear coolers off). I now have a clear view of the intake manifold grid heaters, which are non operable, and I think they are just plain stupid. I’d like to take them and clear up some stuff. Any guidance on how to do this? I even heard from a mechanic, that he’s had to replace some alternators because those puppies pull so much voltage… I’m in FL and if need heat, I’ll add the wolverine pan heaters.

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[Tony Athens]

You leave the grid, but you remove all of the wiring and ECM plate.. Just start at the heater grid–Remove those 2 #4 lugs/wires and follow it.. Everything will come off in one large harness without cutting anything but some pull ties.. Very similar to the attache picture.

Simple..

Tony

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