Date:         Mon, 22 May 2000 20:59:25 -0400
Reply-To:     "Karl F. Bloss" <bloss@ENTER.NET>
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From:         "Karl F. Bloss" <bloss@ENTER.NET>
Subject:      Re: radiator replacement tips
Comments: To: todd goodno <tgoodno@HOTMAIL.COM>
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Todd,

Consider searching the archives...I know we discussed this earlier this year.

In short:

* It's heavy, esp. if there's still fluid in it.  Use jacks and jack stands to
lower.

* The fins are sharp.  Wear thick leather gloves.

* You have to remove the spare tire and carrier.  No big deal though.

* Make sure you disconnect all electronics (i.e. fan temp switch) so you don't
shear them off.

* If you have A/C, disconnecting the condensor from the lines will blow the
coolant out of your system.

* The A/C condensor cannot be easily removed without dropping the rad.  The
assembly needs to come down and then the condensor swings out and away from the
rad.

* Check the heater core while it's out and anything else you normally wouldn't
be able to reach.

* When reinstalling, be sure to line the pegs up at the top.  Having a helper
guide them in while you jack it up helps tremendously.

Can't think of anything else right now.

-Karl

Karl and Kristina Bloss, Trexlertown, PA
'87 Westfalia Weekender  "Beverley" - 197K miles
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