71 non a/c heater core removal

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  1. mrcomet

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    I have a 71 non a/c Comet. I disconnected the heat over 15 years ago and don't need it. I want to remove the heater core before it starts leaking but not sure how to or what to look for. I searched the site but dis not find anything that would guide me. Any suggestions?

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    You need to remove the lower package tray, disconnect the control cables and hoses at the top/front of the heater box and unbolt the box. The fan will pull in from the engine compartment.
     
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    No need to remove it, just bypass the heater core water connections and it will never leak.
     
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    That's true. Bypass at the engine and blow the coolant out of the heater (preferably with compressed air LOL).
     
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    Thanks for the info. I went for now with option B and removed the water lines and blew it out the best I could. Will suffice for now.
     

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