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, > > 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.... > > Danno > DWG, PA > 89' JettaGL > 86' VanagonGL > > > >--------------------------------- > Yahoo! FareChase - Search multiple travel sites in one click. > > > > |
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