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  • Rob A.
    Expired
    • December 1, 1991
    • 2126

    C2 heater core

    My '66 has about 80K on it. The heater core has never been replaced and I'd like to keep it that way. I've replaced them before and wouldn't mind not doing another. Is there anything I can do to prolong its' life....frequent cooling changes, etc., or is it just a matter of age that causes it to fail?
  • Joe L.
    Beyond Control Poster
    • February 1, 1988
    • 43193

    #2
    Re: C2 heater core

    Rob------

    Obviously, proper maintenence of the coolant is an element of prime importance. The use of a "HOAT" coolant formulation (like Zerex G-05) might be a little beneficial, although I think that most of the newer "all-metal" formulations will work just about as effectively.

    Otherwise, it's just a matter of time. All you can really do is maintain the coolant well, NEVER-EVER stress the tubes (always slit, peel and remove heater hoses), and, otherwise, just let time take its natural toll.
    In Appreciation of John Hinckley

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    • Gary #41345

      #3
      Re: C2 heater core

      What do you mean by this Joe?

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      • John H.
        Beyond Control Poster
        • December 1, 1997
        • 16513

        #4
        Re: C2 heater core

        Gary -

        If you need to remove the heater hoses from the core nipples (changing heater hoses, etc.), DON'T try to "pull" them off the end of the core nipple - you're likely to crack the solder joint between the nipple tube and the core tank. When removing a heater hose, slit the portion of the hose lengthwise that's on the tube and "peel" it off carefully so you don't stress the tube.

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        • Gerard F.
          Extremely Frequent Poster
          • June 30, 2004
          • 3803

          #5
          Re: C2 heater core

          Mine (on a 67) lasted only about 25 years and about 50K miles. Ruined the front carpets. I'll admit that it sat for a long time, and before I got into the restoration mode, I wasn't too fussy about maintenance. But the Vintage Air system took care of the problem and replaced the second heater core with the heater box.

          Jerry Fuccillo
          #42179
          Jerry Fuccillo
          1967 327/300 Convertible since 1968

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          • Philip C.
            Extremely Frequent Poster
            • December 1, 1984
            • 1117

            #6
            Re: C2 heater core

            HI Rob Do you use the heater? if not block it off Phil 8063

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            • Rob A.
              Expired
              • December 1, 1991
              • 2126

              #7
              Re: C2 heater core

              Phil,

              Actually, I use the heater quite often. I'm hoping that using it might prolong the life of the heater core by preventing corrosion...just guessing.

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