Re: GTV Coolant leak in heater

[DanDaminato@domain.elided]

Stefano,
Also had the same problem with my '71 GTV last year.  You can block this
hose off and still have circulation through the engine ( that is what the
heater control does half the time anyway).  But it is a simple fix, so I
recommend getting it done .
However, I would recommend not to send this job to your mechanic.  It is a
simple job ( about one hour) and the part is readily available from IAP or
Centreline.

You can do it!

Dan Daminato
Ottawa, Canada
71 GTV 1750



Stefano,
I had the same problem with our 71 GTV a few years back. There is an inlet
hose as well as a return hose for the heater assembly. They both pass
through the firewall and are easy to identify. I replaced the heater valve
in our GTV, but since I had to order one, I simply cut both hoses and made
a makeshift bypass, using some copper tubing and hose clamps. At this time
of year, having no heater is not a problem and the engine cooling system
will continue to work.
Good luck,
Fred Zimmermann
67 Duetto
69 Berlina
71 GTV
53 Chevy Pickup

Stefano Iachella wrote:

> Hey cats,
>
> My GTV has started dripping coolant on my feet
> inside the car. It appears to be comming from the
> heater box behind the dash. I've been told already
> that it is probably the valve inside the heater.
>
> My question is: is the fluid path the same as with
> the Alfetta? I have Alfetta manuals that show the
> fluid path and it looks like I can pinch off the
> inlet to the heater, before the firewall (bulk
> head) in the engine compartment. Fluid looks like
> it would still circulate through the engine so I
> wouldn't be blocking a major artery.
>
> The other question is: will this work? Is it OK to
> do this untill I can get it to the mechanic?
>
> Thanks,
> Stefano
> Oakland, CA
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