Mark, Does this mean that an 83 is like, say, an 86? Is an 86 like a 91? I seem to remember some differences in the box, it may be different on AC cars but not sure. Jim On Fri, Oct 5, 2012 at 4:19 PM, mark drillock <mdrillock@cox.net> wrote: > The Vanagon front heater core and dash fan motor are compatible in all > watercooled years from 82 on. The cores are expensive for what they are. > > The 82 diesel heater box is a bit of a POS and replacing it with one > from 83-86 is an upgrade IMHO. Just buy a used one complete, with cables > and lever assembly still connected, goes right into an 82. Use the later > lever bezel also so you know how to work the improved controls. > > Mark > > > > Dana Mueller wrote: > >> Howdy again folks, >> >> Do you all have any resources where I could pick up a heater core and fan >> for my 1982 Diesel Vanagon? Also, what year range is compatible with the >> '82 parts wise (dash, heater core, washer reservoir, etc...)? >> >> Thanks in advance, >> >> -dm >> >> |
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