Heater matrix removal

Steve · Post by **Steve** » Sat Oct 13, 12 8:28 pm

Gents,

Over the next coiple of weeks or so, Im going to remove my heater matrix as it was disconnected when I bought the car. The previous owner said it started to leak so he bypassed it. Fan works fine but want to get some heat in her again..... Will do it by the book as per the factory manual but has anyone got any tips on potential pitfalls/ best practices etc please before I get stuck in???

Cheers Steve

Dave-R · Post by **Dave-R** » Sat Oct 13, 12 8:57 pm

Take lots of photos.

But actually it is quite easy to remove the whole heater housing from the car. Once it is out it is easy to work on.

Steve · Post by **Steve** » Sat Oct 13, 12 9:00 pm

Will do Dave.... Is it easy to service the hoses inside it or is that best left to the experts?? Can they be re-cored if needed?

Thanks for advice

Mossy68 · Post by **Mossy68** » Sat Oct 13, 12 9:50 pm

Hi Steve.
You can get the matrix re cored.
When they done my rad I posed the question as my heaters were Luke warm.
Turned out to be the thermostat though.
A mate got his done for ten quid !!!

Gary

Steve · Post by **Steve** » Sat Oct 13, 12 9:53 pm

Thanks Gary, what company did your mate use? Is it just a normal radiator services place or a specialist classic place??,

Cheers Steve

Mossy68 · Post by **Mossy68** » Sat Oct 13, 12 9:56 pm

Hi Steve.
My mate used the same place as me. Walking distance from my house !!!!
Get you a price if you want ?
Could be a good excuse to meet up !!!

Gary

Steve · Post by **Steve** » Sat Oct 13, 12 10:06 pm

Thanks Gary.... That would be great if you are passing there sometime mate, wouldnt hurt to get an idea of cost... Got a couple of weeks off soon so if my hand is sorted, im going to have a go at getting it out of the car. I know Martyn (coronet 440 wagon) uses a company local in Brum for rad alterations etc so will also give him a bell when its out,

Cheers Steve,

PS must firm up that curry date soon!!

AllKiller · Post by **AllKiller** » Tue Jan 08, 13 8:28 pm

Heater whats that...took mine out..(no recommended)
but it creates enough on its own...to keep it warm...just didnt want it but needed the weight off and room under dash for MSD etc

Steve · Post by **Steve** » Tue Jan 08, 13 9:51 pm

Bit hardcore for me mate....mine gets used in the Winter when its dry and want it to clear the windows in the rain etc so will have to fix it (eventually)

Cheers Steve

John · Post by **John** » Tue Jan 08, 13 10:36 pm

Steve wrote:Bit hardcore for me mate....mine gets used in the Winter when its dry and want it to clear the windows in the rain etc so will have to fix it (eventually)

Cheers Steve

Steve Does`nt have to worry about that Steve, it doesnt matter how wet or cold it is, the Cuda`s windows never need clearing in his garage

AllKiller · Post by **AllKiller** » Tue Jan 08, 13 11:42 pm

JohnS wrote:
Steve wrote:Bit hardcore for me mate....mine gets used in the Winter when its dry and want it to clear the windows in the rain etc so will have to fix it (eventually)

Cheers Steve
Steve Does`nt have to worry about that Steve, it doesnt matter how wet or cold it is, the Cuda`s windows never need clearing in his garage

Knob....not for long...just regrouping you'll see

John · Post by **John** » Wed Jan 09, 13 12:07 am

AllKiller wrote:
JohnS wrote:
Steve wrote:Bit hardcore for me mate....mine gets used in the Winter when its dry and want it to clear the windows in the rain etc so will have to fix it (eventually)

Cheers Steve
Steve Does`nt have to worry about that Steve, it doesnt matter how wet or cold it is, the Cuda`s windows never need clearing in his garage
Knob....not for long...just regrouping you'll see

Mr knob if you don't mind sir

AllKiller · Post by **AllKiller** » Wed Jan 09, 13 1:22 pm

Roger · Post by **Roger** » Thu Jan 10, 13 7:36 pm

Dave wrote:Take lots of photos.

But actually it is quite easy to remove the whole heater housing from the car. Once it is out it is easy to work on.

What steve didn't mention is that its an A/C car. Which makes the box rather bigger.

As i never removed mine with the dash in place i cant comment on how easy or not it is, but my guess is not as easy?

Steve · Post by **Steve** » Thu Jan 10, 13 8:56 pm

Yeah, aircon car as Roger rightly says ( cheers). Workshop manual is pretty clear on how to do this job but doesnt give me the little tips gained from experience when removing/ replacing etc..... Just wanted to know if anyone know any stumbling blocks etc, things to avoid....