1971 heater/ ac actuator problem
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1971 heater/ ac actuator problem
I have a footwell / defrost selection problem when the fan is on high the actuator does not move from the footwell to the defrost position until I reduce the fan speed, I guess the actuator is weak ( 2 port actuator like a mini headlamp actuator). Vacuum is good headlights up in 1-2 sec wiper door same and the other ac/ heater controls very quick. My question is can I get to the actuator without fully stripping the dash (I have just restored everything) and where is it located.
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Hi gw,
I think 7T1 thought you needed access to the controller but I believe you're asking about the 'pot'.
I believe (?) you'll need to remove the passenger's side lower dash pad to have access. Not too big a job compared to the center and driver's side.
Good Luck!
Regards,
Alan
I think 7T1 thought you needed access to the controller but I believe you're asking about the 'pot'.
I believe (?) you'll need to remove the passenger's side lower dash pad to have access. Not too big a job compared to the center and driver's side.
Good Luck!
Regards,
Alan
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Hi Graham,
I'm not sure just where it is since I'm not familiar with a/c cars. Do you have the a/c section of the AIM? That should tell you just where it is.
Here's the locations for the pots on my non a/c 71. You can see the one is easy to reach from the passengers side but not the other. I can't remember which is hot/cold and high/low.
I hope you have some Good Luck!
Regards,
Alan
I'm not sure just where it is since I'm not familiar with a/c cars. Do you have the a/c section of the AIM? That should tell you just where it is.
Here's the locations for the pots on my non a/c 71. You can see the one is easy to reach from the passengers side but not the other. I can't remember which is hot/cold and high/low.
I hope you have some Good Luck!
Regards,
Alan
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I think its the left hand one, so from your photo it looks like removing the centre inst panel as well, poking around with a torch I can glimpse what apears to be a actuator mounted vertically I hope the linkage joins outside the heater box!
Graham
Graham
