simon k wrote:
I reckon fix it...
Ditto, i fixed one about 4 years ago, still going good
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| Author: | Wombat [ Sun Mar 22, 2009 4:22 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Heater Matrix - fix or replace? |
Refurbishing a S/H heater 1973 model - plastic body - from a Clubman - fan works OK but when I pressure tested the heater matrix there is a pin hole putting out a fine stream. Is it worth fixing or getting it new matrix - or would all I be buying is a reconditioned one anyway? |
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| Author: | lil-ute [ Sun Mar 22, 2009 4:34 pm ] |
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get your soldering iron out |
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| Author: | simon k [ Sun Mar 22, 2009 4:34 pm ] |
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I reckon fix it... |
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| Author: | Mick [ Sun Mar 22, 2009 4:38 pm ] |
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It's the easiest thing in the world to fix it, and the cheapest thing to have repaired by a radiator shop. Normal electrcal solder (60/40 lead/tin) is just fine for the job if you can get enough heat into it. |
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| Author: | Morris 1100 [ Sun Mar 22, 2009 4:40 pm ] |
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Dismantle > Inspect > Repair or Replace depending on condition. If the core is rotten it will need replacing. If it is just a pin hole and everything is solid just solder it up. |
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| Author: | Tombo [ Sun Mar 22, 2009 4:41 pm ] |
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simon k wrote: I reckon fix it...
Ditto, i fixed one about 4 years ago, still going good
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| Author: | winabbey [ Sun Mar 22, 2009 4:45 pm ] |
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I'm not aware of anyone who has NOS heater cores for the Mini range. If someone knows of a source please post it. Otherwise it's solder the current one, or get a radiator place to fabricate a new one ($$$ !!!). |
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