Heater bypass
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From: Snake handler
Heater bypass
I want to bypass my heater core since I don't need heat and when I drive that bugger down here in Texas it blows hot air constantly. What is the best way to do it? What are the dangers/downsides if any?
I was thinking that some kind of T fitting would do the trick? Or rerouting a hose or two?
Anyone else done this? My feet are burning up. (firewall and floor pan is insulated - heat is coming from heater vents)
pm
I was thinking that some kind of T fitting would do the trick? Or rerouting a hose or two?
Anyone else done this? My feet are burning up. (firewall and floor pan is insulated - heat is coming from heater vents)
pm
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Joined: May 2005
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From: Conroe Texas
This thread should answer your questions...
http://forums.corvetteforum.com/show...=heater+bypass
I'm assuming your car does not have A/C. You could also install a shut-off valve in the heater hoses to keep coolant from circulating through the heater core, then open the valve on the rare instance you want heat.
http://forums.corvetteforum.com/show...=heater+bypass
I'm assuming your car does not have A/C. You could also install a shut-off valve in the heater hoses to keep coolant from circulating through the heater core, then open the valve on the rare instance you want heat.
Racer
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From: Greensboro NC
http://www.vapinc.com/mopar/Heater%20Valves/main.html Vintage Auto Parts has a manual 5/8" inline hose mounted thumbscrew type valve for $14.75. They only have about 10 left and then won't get anymore.
Burning Brakes
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From: Indiana
Originally Posted by 64vettegal
http://www.vapinc.com/mopar/Heater%20Valves/main.html Vintage Auto Parts has a manual 5/8" inline hose mounted thumbscrew type valve for $14.75. They only have about 10 left and then won't get anymore.
Put one in last fall! 
