The problelm could be hoses, core, or heater valve. In my experience,
the heater valve is the most likely  leaky culprit. I have had two vans
- and '85 and my current "88. In both I had to replace the heater valves
but never a core or hose.

For what it's worth.......

John Rodgers
88 GL driver

Dan Krautkremer wrote:

>Howdy,
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>       I noticed a pecular burning smell while  running the rear heater. (Smells like burnt antifreeze) It disapeared  when it was turned off. Its a 86' Gl 2wd. Am I looking for hoses or a  bad core. I just want some ideas before I tear everything apart. Thanx  again....
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>  Danno
>  DWG, PA
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