In a message dated 1/15/06 12:38:55 PM Eastern Standard Time,
markk@OURWESTY.COM writes:

> Looking for feedback... thanks group.
>
> I'm in the process of planning an entire fresh of the mechanicals of my 85
> Westy.  This includes installing the new Zetec engine.
> As part of my project I'm planning to take out the rear heater core and now
> that we live in texas i'm considering removing the front as well.  I'll be
> taking off the dash to fix the vents so i'll be right there already.
> Here's my rational:
> 1.  I don't want to spend the time or money on replacing hoses and the
> exchanger to ensure the refresh is complete.
> 2.  It's just another potential failure point that i'm not sure i'll
> actually need.
> 3.  compared to the midwest, texas just doesn't get cold enough to warrant
> having heat.  i'd rather bundle up if it's a little cold.
>
> thanks in advance for your thoughts.
>
>

i hope you dont ever plan to re-sell your westy, this would kill the resale
value for sure.

also in texas, doesnt it get hot?  i have run my heater to bring down engine
temps in the past.

removal of the front heater is a bad idea with zero benefit in my opinion

chris