Yes, i have the same issue here in Colorado. I use an adhesive block heater for 30-60 min, then start it up and let it run another 30min to get it thouroughly hot before i drive off. If i drive away after running for 5 min, it takes around 10 miles to really warm up, and i avoid WOT. I forget the thermostat temp, but i got the hottest i could.
Also, when i am driving down from the mountains and the engine barely works, the temp needle get burried to the left/cold. So i installed a 2kw marine heater, mine is a 24v system, and that helps a bit...remember, i am in a Pinzgauer. I am also putting a 24v- 110ac inverter so i can run a forced air propane heater in the back.
So, yes, i have the same issues, but due to having a big truck i have room to do odd things. Also, i just finished up retimiing the engine and that might help it burn a little better and get warmer...we will see.
Cheers,
H.
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