Heater Core replacement

[rekabeka]

Just a quick question? Does anyone remember which TDR issue had the heater core replacement article or "how to". I'm pretty sure I have one that is "going" on my 2000 Dodge. No, I don't want to do it but someone will have to! Really good shop in Denver maybe? Thanks.

 

[CRodi]

Issue 96, pg. 90. (May/June/July 2017) Article by tdr writer Scott Dalgleish.

I keep it in my desk drawer, just for reference.

Good luck.

 

[GrantP]

Issue 46 is the one you want, excellent step by step write up by Joseph Donnelly.

 

[DavidC]

As stated
http://read.uberflip.com/i/607245-issue-46

Dave

 

[DenverPilot]

@rekabeka ... best Cummins shop in the State, bar none...

http://www.maxtorqdiesel.com/

 

[KATOOM]

To replace the heater core per the FSM directions requires the freon evacuation and removal of the AC evaporator and HVAC box. Not to mention the entire dash... Being that this is a ton of work and involvement of an AC tech, there was many many threads and discussions about an alternate method which reduced the process to rocking the dash back enough to reach the core. Then cut the lines, remove the core, and cut the new core lines to match. Then install the new core and reconnect the lines back together with clamps.
I myself chose this route and did a clean install. Worked perfect... If you're interested I can link the write ups on how its done.