1968 Camaro Heater Core

It might be time to replace the 68 Camaro heater core. Usually this is when the coolant is dripping from the car. There are some temporary solutions that can be employed to help out the 68 in the meantime. The methods are temporary, but successful for the short term as long as the instructions are followed. The Chevy Camaro manual for the 68 Camaro will help offer the instructions needed to replace the 69 Camaro heater core.

Temporary solutions to the dripping heater cores include pouring Alumaseal on the radiator. The Alumaseal should plug the leaks, assuming they reach the leaks in the first place. Use this only at times that a garage is not available for a couple of days and the car is needed. Another option is bypassing the heater core altogether by unplugging the hoses from the heater and plugging them to the water pump and manifold accordingly.

The heater core is tucked deep under the dashboard which means you need some clever maneuvering to get access to it. It is best to start with the right fender removal in order to get better access to the A/C compartment. This access allows the bolts to the blower and evaporator.

Once that is done the rest of the A/C unit can then be removed by working around or through the glove compartment. This allows access to the ductwork for the A/C as well. The trim and kick panel need to come off, then the heater core will be visible. Depending on the issues at work with the heater core a complete replacement of the A/C may be needed.

There will be linkages attached to the heater core. Remove those first. Removing them will give you free range to move the core around. Once it has been determined what part has actually failed on the 68 Camaro heater core, the parts needed for the job can be determined.

Most with 68 Camaro’s want to keep them in great condition, but also in authentic condition. To do this replacing the 68 Camaro heater core with vintage parts is important.

To replace the entire heater core rather than some of the hoses or bolts that could be leaking parts can be found for under $150 depending on the shop. These parts can be found online or in some garages. The older the car the more it usually costs to replace as they are not manufactured in mass any more.

It is important when replacing the 68 Camaro heater core that the garage or shop knows exactly what model the car is as well as the year. Cars have changed a lot meaning that the parts may vary from year to year without your realizing it.

Once the part has been obtained taking off the rest of the bolts will be easy. This helps to get the old heater core out and the new one installed. The new 68 Camaro heater core should last just as long as the old one.