1976 mustang cobra 2 heater core

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  1. Cobra76 New Member

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    Im friends with amanda chaingete and i was wondering how hard is it change a heater core?
    Cobra76, Aug 31, 2009
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  2. hungrymonkey White by Birth, Trash By Choice

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    Placed it in the right forum for you.
    hungrymonkey, Aug 31, 2009
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  3. dmoody Founding Member

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    Ok, you got me.. who is amanda chaingete????

    The heater core is hard to replace. The easiest way is to pull the dash. I've also heard of a few people changing the heater core by only pulling the dash cover but I've never done that way. Good luck...

    david
    dmoody, Aug 31, 2009
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  4. 78CobraII Moderator

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    My understanding is that AC cars require removing the dash, while non-AC cars can be done without.
    78CobraII, Aug 31, 2009
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  5. Blue coyote Founding Member

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    Yup. Its a PITA job, and having a buddy around to help jockey stuff around helps, but a non-A/C heater core can be swapped without pulling the dash.
    Blue coyote, Sep 2, 2009
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  6. Wart I'm Mad as HELL and I'M not Gonna Take it ANYMORE!

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    I've worked with only AC boxes.

    It sucks.

    The dash can be loosened and pried far enough to get clearance for box removal, BUT I'm not sure how much I would want to pry on a 30+year old piece of plastic that's almost irreplaceable. Thus I would remove the dash.

    And having to remove the AC lines ... I get shivers just at the memory.

    Plus, splitting the box sucks. Make sure you remove all screws and clips. Pry gently and work around the box evenly and carefully.

    This is not a job you'll want to do twice so do it the absolute best you can.

    And, who is amanda chaingete, looks like it could be the name of a S&M Porn Actress.:shrug:
    Wart, Sep 2, 2009
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