Deluxe heater fan makes awful noise - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

cppursell · 12-29-2008, 03:14 AM

Hey there, everyone. Here's my current dilemma with my '67 Chevy step-side C10:

As I was getting the truck ready for the road, I made sure the heater worked properly, so I took the inner fender out and cleaned out the heater core enclosure thing (which was filled with dirt and leaves). After I reinstalled it and put everything back together again, the old heater core decided to retire by leaking profusely... to my mild frustration I bought a new heater core, disassembled, replaced, and re-assembled yet again :P.

Right now, I'm getting great heat from this heater; it works fine. One thing though: when the fan is on it makes this horrible screeching noise for a couple minutes before it finally shuts up (especially when I start it cold). I want to get rid of this nuisance ASAP (especially 'cause it's winter).

Are there any ways to get the motor or fan or whatever is causing the noise to be quiet; by drilling in a certain spot and oiling it, or lubing a specific area, or is just replacing the fan motor the best solution?

Thanks ahead for your responses!

**WorkinLonghorn** · 12-29-2008, 03:41 AM

I would try a little light oil on the motor bearings.

cppursell · 12-29-2008, 03:42 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by WorkinLonghorn

I would try a little light oil on the motor bearings.

Okay, do I need to take apart the assembly to get to the motor (a hassle)? Thanks.

PanelDeland · 12-29-2008, 06:44 AM

I have had some luck by using a pin drill to put a small hole right on the outer bearinh housing.Then you can lube the bearing.It probably wont completely solve the ptobalem but it should stop a lot of the noise.You will eventually have to replace the motor.

ChevLoRay · 12-29-2008, 11:13 AM

Doing all that work (twice) w/o replacing the heater motor makes me think of my first car that had a new clutch/pressure plate that was installed w/o replacing the throw-out (clutch release) bearing.

Hope the oiling suggestion works for you because it looks to me like you're going to be able to offer suggestions to others on how to do the job.

Not intending to poke fun at you....

**LockDoc** · 12-29-2008, 11:18 AM

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Here's another thread on the subject....

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...t=heater+motor

LockDoc

12-29-2008, 03:14 AM	#1
cppursell Registered User Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: San Francisco, CA Posts: 144	Deluxe heater fan makes awful noise Hey there, everyone. Here's my current dilemma with my '67 Chevy step-side C10: As I was getting the truck ready for the road, I made sure the heater worked properly, so I took the inner fender out and cleaned out the heater core enclosure thing (which was filled with dirt and leaves). After I reinstalled it and put everything back together again, the old heater core decided to retire by leaking profusely... to my mild frustration I bought a new heater core, disassembled, replaced, and re-assembled yet again :P. Right now, I'm getting great heat from this heater; it works fine. One thing though: when the fan is on it makes this horrible screeching noise for a couple minutes before it finally shuts up (especially when I start it cold). I want to get rid of this nuisance ASAP (especially 'cause it's winter). Are there any ways to get the motor or fan or whatever is causing the noise to be quiet; by drilling in a certain spot and oiling it, or lubing a specific area, or is just replacing the fan motor the best solution? Thanks ahead for your responses!

12-29-2008, 03:41 AM	#2
WorkinLonghorn Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Studio City, Calif. Posts: 2,883	Re: Deluxe heater fan makes awful noise I would try a little light oil on the motor bearings. __________________ '69 GMC C2500 Custom Camper, 8 1/2' bed, New GM 350, NP 435 Close Ratio 4spd. Trans., 3.73 Dana-60 open.Camper and Trailer wiring, PS, PB, AC, tach , three gas tanks, stereo speakers, 2nd owner, Work-Truck supreme.

12-29-2008, 06:44 AM	#4
PanelDeland I am a Referee of life. Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: Greensboro N.C. Posts: 13,993	Re: Deluxe heater fan makes awful noise I have had some luck by using a pin drill to put a small hole right on the outer bearinh housing.Then you can lube the bearing.It probably wont completely solve the ptobalem but it should stop a lot of the noise.You will eventually have to replace the motor. __________________ The 47-present Chevrolet and GMC Truck Message Board Network,it's owners,moderators,members,and associates of any type should not be held responsible for my opinion. You can't fix stupid,not even with duct tape. "My appearance is due to the fact that "GOD" does punish you for having too much fun!" Barrett-Jackson has perfected alchemy,they make rust into gold! "You can lead a horse to water but you can't saddle a duck" "Cleverly disguised as a 'Responsible Adult' "Sometimes your Knight in shining armor is just a retard in tinfoil"

12-29-2008, 11:13 AM	#5
ChevLoRay Old Skool Club Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: Benton, AR "The Heart of Arkansas" Posts: 10,880	Re: Deluxe heater fan makes awful noise Doing all that work (twice) w/o replacing the heater motor makes me think of my first car that had a new clutch/pressure plate that was installed w/o replacing the throw-out (clutch release) bearing. Hope the oiling suggestion works for you because it looks to me like you're going to be able to offer suggestions to others on how to do the job. Not intending to poke fun at you.... __________________ Member Nr. 2770 '96 GMC Sportside; 4.3/SLT - Daily driven....constantly needs washed. '69 C-10 SWB; 350/TH400 - in limbo The older I get, the better I was.

12-29-2008, 11:18 AM	#6
LockDoc The Older Generation Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Montezuma, Iowa Posts: 25,629	Re: Deluxe heater fan makes awful noise - Here's another thread on the subject.... http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...t=heater+motor LockDoc __________________ Leon Locksmith, Specializing In Antique Trucks, Automobiles, & Motorcycles (My Dually Pickup Project Thread) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=829820 -



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