OK, I'm in the middle of a heater core replacement on my '87 XJ... I can't get the thing out without taking apart more of the dash (FSM has to be wrong...). Before I go any further, I was hoping I could also get on the PM list...

Thanks very much!
-Brian

 

Hey Brian, Welcome to CF. No, the FSM is the best route to take. Here's a write up w/pics though, if you're interested. >My ACTUAL Evaporator/Heater Core Removal/Installation Thread..... - JeepForum.com

 

OK, I got the replacement done but I wanted to note that the factory service manual neglected to mention one screw on the back of the blower housing that should be removed. Its not easy to get to nor to even know that it exists. Once I removed this screw the whole thing came out relatively easy.

 

Hey all~
Long time Jeep owner, new to the forum.

Question regarding the heater core replacement; is there a sticky on the boards with the how to? I did a search and didn't see one.

I have a-

97 GC Orvis
FT 4x4
5.2 Auto & O/D

I am replacing the heater core and have come up with multiple variations on just how to complete this the right way. I have all the lower trim (glovebox, knee guards, etc) out, AC vented, heater lines in a loop (so I can start it if needed).
Now I can't find a solid 'next step'.
Some say to remove the column some say take out the front seats, others gave up and drank beer instead.

If anyone could point me to a sticky as I mentioned or any acurate how to it would be very much appreciated.

......my CJ7 was so much easier to work on......

Cheers!

MAC

 

Welcome to CF. I'll send you a Private Message as I can't post it here.
Dan

 

PM sent. markcal check your messages. Hope it helps.
Dan

 

Hey ol"blue; thank you very much for the detailed info.

Royal pain in the *** to complete as expected, but thanks many times over for the detailed reply.

This is a great welcome to the forum to say the least.....I'll let you know how it goes in a few days.

Cheers~

MAC

Oh....mods are coming next so it will be fun to include the progress from here

 

the day has finally come where i need to replace my heater core, im currently about a quarter thru the project but am looking for some guidance if possible. im running a 95 GCL

thanks
justin

 

You have a PM Justin. Hope it's helpful.
Dan

 

I'm in the same boat as the others . . . heater core has gone KaBloohey . . . so I am sending out an SOS!

1995 JGC Orvis
5.2L
Overdrive

 

I sent you a Private Message. Hope it's helpful.
And Welcome to CF.
Dan

 

Thanks again for the info Dan. I am down to the firewall, now to get the HVAC out.
Good times.

Cheers!
MAC

 

You're welcome. Just trying to be of help when/if I can.

 

Question out to anyone who has done this replacement on a 97 GC Orvis.
I have the entire dash stripped to the fire wall. The engine compartment portion is complete....almost which leads to the question.

I picked up the disconnect tools for the evap lines going through the firewall. trouble is I can't get the quick disconnect to disconnect....not so quick. Now I am assumming the disconnect point is where the square, three sided clips are located which you can remove by hand, yes?

Hoping to get this wrapped up by Friday. Leaving for ten days and really need the second rig running .......get the sawzall....dads got some cuttin to do......

 

And it's out. WD40 is a great tool.

Now to replace and re-assemble.