Topic: Fire and Ice!
in Forum: C3 Cooling and Heating Systems
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Leavenworth, KS - USA
Joined: 1/24/2007
Posts: 426
Vette(s): MM Red 1971 T-top,LS5,4-speed, black leather C5 seats, Hooker sidepipes.
Previous: 64 Coupe, 65 Roadster L76 / N14
Well I installed the new radiator (went with an original replacement, which I got for a song!), added Water Wetter (thanks to forum advice), and the motor runs super cool!! Of course, that is without A/C (another issue) and the WX hasn't turned hot yet.
BUT . . . the interior gets pretty warm!! 
Not a problem now (70s), but this summer (and high 90s) that will be a show-stopper. I know there are old threads that discuss this, and I will research them, but any suggestions of where to start looking?
Not a problem now (70s), but this summer (and high 90s) that will be a show-stopper. I know there are old threads that discuss this, and I will research them, but any suggestions of where to start looking?This forum is worth its weight in Slick 50!! 
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Lifetime MemberManteca, CA - USA
Joined: 11/20/2005
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Vette(s): 1978,two tone,Metalic Rootbeer & gold
1975 L48 4 speed
Insulation is paramount, especially protection from a cat. or headers.
Jimmy B.
Just can't wait to get on the road again. 
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Look for any openings in the firewall that are allowing heat into the
corkpit. Also shutoff valves on BOTH heater hoses are a must. There are
previous posts about both on here.
Scott
Scott
I have shut off valves on both hoses, makes a big difference. NAPA has them, one is 3/4" and the other is 5/8". They are nice and compact.
Dave
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Dave's '82 
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