Heater core cleaning?
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Better put a couple psi air pressure and test for leaks.
Just submerge it in soapy water and a soft brush to loosen it up.
Just submerge it in soapy water and a soft brush to loosen it up.
68 CUDA FORMULA S
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I don't want to be the bearer of bad news but scale on the heater core generally means a leak.
Bob
Bob
Bob, i didnt want to suggest that, but you are correct.
68 CUDA FORMULA S
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I just went through this with my 68 Barracuda. My core had some scale on it, far less than your's does and yes it had a leak. I suggest that you take it to a radiator shop and have it professionally checked, believe me you only want to reinstall it one time. If it does have a leak they can either fix it if it's not too bad or re-core it which they are capable of doing, or get a new one which is the route that I chose to follow. I bought a new one from Mancini's and it fit perfectly.
Bob
Bob
68 CUDA FORMULA S
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Thank You Tooljunkie
Wow, mate. I’d rather buy a new one. Otherwise, it would be too risky to use this. Actually, I would try cleaning it. I have a friend who works at the best cleaning service in york, and he literally can clean anything. But this thing needs to be repaired at least. That’s why I’d rather buy a new one. Btw, I’ve also seen a lot of youtube videos on it. And, guys mostly say that buying a new heater core would be better. Anyway, it’s your safety, and safety should be first. Keep the topic updated. GL
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My experience has always been if there's corrosion on the outside, the inside is even worse. You can try it, but it's a bit of labor to pull it back out if it leaks. Especially if it's an A/C car.
I tend to agree, but some of them are getting stupid expensive now.
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