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Subject:Re: Front heater core
From:Shawn Wright
Date:Tue, 9 Sep 2003 07:31:17 -0700

Is the an archive article pointer on this overhaul, especially the relays? Or
a HowTo somewhere? My fan motor is dead, so this might be a job over
the winter for me...
Thanks

On 9 Sep 2003 at 9:15, John Rodgers <j_rodgers@CHARTER.NET> wrote:

> Haven't done this myself, but have seen pictures and summaries of the
> work. All have said it looks like a major task, butr not so bad in
> reality. Get everything ready, then devote a Saturday to it. Should be
> able to get it our and back in with no porblem.
>
> One thing, you didn't mention what your heater core problem seemed to
> be. There are a number of things that will indicate a heater problem,
> but may be fixable without going to all that trouble.
>
> Finally, if there is a problem that requires removal, do a comple
> overhaul of the heater box and system while you are in there. Motor,
> seals, wiring upgrade, and heater switch relays. It's worth it.
>
> Regards,
>
> John Rodgers
> 88 GL Driver
>
> Chris Hawkins wrote:
>
> >Howdy,
> >Just returned to the list after a long absence.  Family matters took me from my
> >91 westy refit.
> >
> >The latest dilemma is the front heater core.  Removing the dash to access
> >the core seems akin to open heart surgery..about eight hours worth.  In
> >reviewing the archives I find two 1997 vintage posts from Ken Wilfy and
> >Dennis Haynes suggesting the core can be accessed by removing the glove box and
> >cutting the side out of the heater housing.  This sounds like a good
> >alternative.  What has been other's experience? I suppose a full heater box
> >removal is justified if the fan motor needs replacement and the flap system
> >needs rebuilding. Thanks in advance for everyone's input.
> >
> >Chris Hawkins
> >Lost Nation, NH
> >
> >
> >
>

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