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Date:         Sat, 23 Oct 2010 14:26:37 -0500
Reply-To:     jaime forero <jforero@SBCGLOBAL.NET>
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From:         jaime forero <jforero@SBCGLOBAL.NET>
Subject:      Re: Dash removal - how long
Comments: To: B Feddish <uprightbassghost@HOTMAIL.COM>
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I recently did this to replace the heater fan which was giving me fits. I also took the opportunity to R&R the heater core even though the original unit was not leaking. If you have never done this before you need to plan on a 2 day job. Aside from removing and replacing the fan you might consider cleaning the whole area as best you can, replacing the heater core hoses if they are bad, check the heater box controls and replace any of the actuator cables. Also check the air ducts and replace or tape if cracked. Air conditioning aluminum tape is great for taping cracked ducts. Make sure you re-seal the heater box properly with the clips you should have bought from one of the VW guys on line (Van caf¨¦, bus depot, etc.) if the box in your van is like the one in mine, a 1991 model. Use silicone sealer wherever you see the case not sealing properly. Go slow, no hurry. Removing and replacing the dash will require some help, an extra set of hands. S an extra I went down to home depot and bought a sheet of blue home A/C filter material. I fashioned a filter to fit in the front of the van where the air comes in to the cabin. That has helped keep dust and dirt down. It will pay I the long run if you take your time and do the job properly so you willnot have to remove the dash again for a number of years. cheers

_________________ Jaime Forero jforero@sbcglobal.net Siempre Adelante!!! §£§³§¦§¤§¥§¡ §£§±§¦§²§§§¥!

-----Original Message----- From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto:vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com] On Behalf Of B Feddish Sent: Saturday, October 23, 2010 1:25 PM To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM Subject: Dash removal - how long

It's 65 degrees here in SE PA and will be in the 70's tommorow. I'm contemplating doing my dash removal for the leaking heater core and burned out fan. What is the ballpark estimage for the R&R of these? Is it a 2 day job? If so it will have to wait but if I can get it done in a day I might try. A film would follow.... Thanks, Bryan


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