When I changed the rear heater core in my '85 I used the flat metal pieces from a gear puller on both sides of each hose clamped down with small C-clamps. That way I lost very little coolant and didn't make a big mess. After I connected the hoses to the new core and released the C-clamps, I slightly opened the bleeder on the rear heater valve which allowed the core to fill. I didn't have to bleed the system after. I only had to add a small bit to the expansion tank. Basically ... just do whatever works. Mike
Jamie McMahon wrote: > I am going to be changeing the leaking rear heater core in my 87 Vanagon GL. What I need is some tips on doing it correctly. I have checked the archive and did not find much info. Do I need to bleed the entire cooling system after I do it? or can I just bleed it at the core? If someone could point me in the right direction it would help me greatly. The concept of coolant in my bus is a new thing for me. I am new to the list and this is my first Vanagon. > > Thanks, Jamie > 87 Vanagon GL (Boo Boo) > 73 Westy (Pumpkin) > |
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