Heat Control Valve Installation
#1
Heat Control Valve Installation
I noticed that the Heat Control Valve on my exhaust manifold was corroded and the flapper was actually almost completely gone. I purchase the new valve through Fusick but, I am struggling with the installation. The Chassis Service Manual has pretty vague directions. Not to mention it appears some specialized tools are being called out that I do not have at my disposal. If anyone has replaced theirs I would appreciate some advice on the process. The car is a 69 400cu in.
thanks
Sean
thanks
Sean
#3
Dave,
The main issue is removing the existing shaft which appears to be practically fused to the manifold (will check this weekend to be sure). The other part is the initial flapper orientation when cold. I know that the flapper should be oriented then spot welded to the shaft. Does this valve function like a choke (cold/closed, hot/open)?
thanks
Sean
The main issue is removing the existing shaft which appears to be practically fused to the manifold (will check this weekend to be sure). The other part is the initial flapper orientation when cold. I know that the flapper should be oriented then spot welded to the shaft. Does this valve function like a choke (cold/closed, hot/open)?
thanks
Sean
#4
I remove the whole assembly and weld the holes closed. Also installed the riser crossover block off plugs in to my intake (welded). All in the name of performance and to lessen heat soak hard start issues. With your location Id think youd want to do the same to decrease the heat going to the intake and carb. Just my 2 cents.
#6
I remove the whole assembly and weld the holes closed. Also installed the riser crossover block off plugs in to my intake (welded). All in the name of performance and to lessen heat soak hard start issues. With your location Id think youd want to do the same to decrease the heat going to the intake and carb. Just my 2 cents.
Thanks
Sean
#8
x3.
If you run your car a lot in sub-zero temperatures (sub -17.7 for you folks north-of-the-border), then the heat riser can be a real help in smooth running and warm-up.
For the rest of us, who no longer drive these cars in the dead of winter, it's just another thing to go wrong.
- Eric
If you run your car a lot in sub-zero temperatures (sub -17.7 for you folks north-of-the-border), then the heat riser can be a real help in smooth running and warm-up.
For the rest of us, who no longer drive these cars in the dead of winter, it's just another thing to go wrong.
- Eric
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