Block off heater core, Any thing to cover ends? - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

dropanddrag71 · 01-14-2013, 05:51 PM

I want to block off my heater core and i plan on removing the inlet and outlet on the engine with nice plugs. Thing is i do not like the way the heater core looks with the 2 ends sticking out of the box. Any over the counter or custom things to do to make it look appealing? A few pics would be nice!.

sanford&daughter · 01-14-2013, 08:11 PM

I know dorman make large caps similar to vacuum caps that will fit and are avaliable at most auto parts stores i can get you a part number tomorrow when I go to work

dropanddrag71 · 01-14-2013, 08:30 PM

I searched the Dorman website. they do make a 1/2 inch , no 5/8 or 3/4

sanford&daughter · 01-14-2013, 08:46 PM

Dorman help number is 02253 package of 1/2, 3/8, 5/8, 3/4

Andy4639 · 01-14-2013, 10:06 PM

If your blocking it off just remove it and make some filler panels to cover it up. Put a good bead of sealer around it with some pop rivets. In my opinion it would look so much better. You could even put it back on if you ever decided to in the future and depending on where you put the rivets they would be covered up.

dropanddrag71 · 01-14-2013, 10:28 PM

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Originally Posted by Andy4639

If your blocking it off just remove it and make some filler panels to cover it up. Put a good bead of sealer around it with some pop rivets. In my opinion it would look so much better. You could even put it back on if you ever decided to in the future and depending on where you put the rivets they would be covered up.

I am under the impression you must remove the inner fender to remove the heater core box on non a/c trucks. That is way past my mechanical abilities!

Andy4639 · 01-14-2013, 10:35 PM

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Originally Posted by dropanddrag71

I am under the impression you must remove the inner fender to remove the heater core box on non a/c trucks. That is way past my mechanical abilities!

The inner fender can be loosened enough to let you get the bottom of the heater box off. U want have to take it all the way out. I have even done a AC box this way. take the fender bolts out of it and the back cab bolts out and let it hang. U should be able to reach in there and take it off. You will want to remove the tire though.

dropanddrag71 · 01-14-2013, 10:31 PM

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Originally Posted by sanford&daughter

Dorman help number is 02253 package of 1/2, 3/8, 5/8, 3/4

Thank you! I will stop by my local parts store and see if this can be ordered

01-14-2013, 05:51 PM	#1
dropanddrag71 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Central florida Posts: 178	Block off heater core, Any thing to cover ends? I want to block off my heater core and i plan on removing the inlet and outlet on the engine with nice plugs. Thing is i do not like the way the heater core looks with the 2 ends sticking out of the box. Any over the counter or custom things to do to make it look appealing? A few pics would be nice!. __________________ " You are only coming threw in waves,... Your lips move, but i can't hear what your saying"

01-14-2013, 08:11 PM	#2
sanford&daughter Registered User Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Upstate , New York Posts: 647	Re: Block off heater core, Any thing to cover ends? I know dorman make large caps similar to vacuum caps that will fit and are avaliable at most auto parts stores i can get you a part number tomorrow when I go to work

01-14-2013, 08:30 PM	#3
dropanddrag71 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Central florida Posts: 178	Re: Block off heater core, Any thing to cover ends? I searched the Dorman website. they do make a 1/2 inch , no 5/8 or 3/4 __________________ " You are only coming threw in waves,... Your lips move, but i can't hear what your saying"

01-14-2013, 08:46 PM	#4
sanford&daughter Registered User Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Upstate , New York Posts: 647	Re: Block off heater core, Any thing to cover ends? Dorman help number is 02253 package of 1/2, 3/8, 5/8, 3/4

01-14-2013, 10:06 PM	#5
Andy4639 Old member Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Liberty, & Garden City S.C. , U.S. Posts: 19,945	Re: Block off heater core, Any thing to cover ends? If your blocking it off just remove it and make some filler panels to cover it up. Put a good bead of sealer around it with some pop rivets. In my opinion it would look so much better. You could even put it back on if you ever decided to in the future and depending on where you put the rivets they would be covered up. __________________ 1971 LWB Custom, 6.0LS & 4L80E, Speedhut.com GPS speedometer & gauges with A/C. 20" Boss 338's Grey wheels 4 wheel disc brakes. My Driver Seeing the USA in a 71 Upstate SC GM Truck Club 2013,14 and 2016 Hot Rod Pour Tour http://upstategmtrucks.com/ Get out and drive the truck this summer and have some fun! It sucks not being able to hear! LWB trucks rule, if you don't think so measure your SWB! After talking to tech support at Air Lift I have found out that the kit I need is 60811. Per the measurements I gave them. Ride height of truck inside spring and inside diameter of springs.

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