Date: Thu, 10 Apr 2025 12:20:37 -0400
Reply-To: Eric Caron <ericcaron96@COMCAST.NET>
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From: Eric Caron <ericcaron96@COMCAST.NET>
Subject: Re: Front heater core best option?
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Thanks Dennis and all.
I’ve decided to do the dash out version so I ordered the GW kit.
It basically seemed to have most of the things that should be done when you have access.
And, as my blower motor is starting to make some noise I’m leaning toward replacing it.
But, I’d love to be reminded about other items that may be needed
For example, I will purchase extra washer hose and replace the squirters with the two hole version. Unless folks say the three hole ones are better or a bit larger to fit better.
I already have the two hole versions here.
I will finish the nose sound proofing.
I’ll lube any moving parts I can reach like cables.
I’ll try to get helpers to label wires.
Any other things to do when dash is out?
I know I have an extra fuse box on the driver side of dash to remove. This installed by Dennis.
I may look at moving that to behind the glove box.
All tips and suggestions appreciated.
Eric Caron
85 Auto
> On Apr 5, 2025, at 3:07 PM, Dennis Haynes <d23haynes57@HOTMAIL.COM> wrote:
>
> I think GoWesty and Van Café are selling the same one.
> https://gowesty.com/products/front-heater-core-1?variant=41253923750053
> This is probably best construction all metal and the flat tube design offers the best heat transfer.
> Some of the Dansk one have the gasketed plastic header tanks and the round tube, fin design does not heat as well. They also clog with dirt like the original.
> There is a hack where the core can be replaced without pulling the dash. The hose end of the air housing gets cut and the housing can be opened slightly and the core pulled out.
> This was shown to me by the local dealer when they were replacing some under goodwill.
>
> Dennis
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Vanagon Mailing List <vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com> On Behalf Of Eric Caron
> Sent: Saturday, April 5, 2025 10:57 AM
> To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM
> Subject: Front heater core best option?
>
> Hi folks,
>
> I want to have a front heater core ready to go into my van when the helpers and time is right.
>
> I’ve been smelling coolant in the van when heater on for years. Only with the 85.
>
> Anyone have a source for one that is reliable?
>
> Also, I need to go over my to do when dash is out list and have the parts ready.
>
> So, any reminders on that also appreciated.
>
> But quality core appreciated.
>
> And, any reminders on ways to improve the health of the blower as it does squeal a bit.
>
> Eric Caron
> 85 GL auto
