[Vwdiesel] Block heater install

[Mike & Coreen Smith]

..........so I don't have to drain the whole coolant/rad system then?
Any idea of what kind of wrench I need to pull the old heater element out ?

TIA,
Mike in NB.......fall is here !

----- Original Message -----
From: "Scott Kair" <scott3491 at insightbb.com>
To: <vwdiesel at audifans.com>
Sent: Monday, September 22, 2003 7:52 PM
Subject: [Vwdiesel] Block heater install


> >>I will install it myself if it's a pretty straight forward procedure,
> though
> I've never done one before in my life, on any car.
>
> Anything I should know?  Is it relateively easy ? Caveats?
Hints/tips/words
> of wisdom/any known chants while installing?<<
>
>     Replacing an existing unit is fairly straightforward- you don't have
to
> knock out a core plug.  Soak the screw/ nut that tensions the butterfly
with
> penetrant, loosen, and carefully work it out, generally with pliers.  Be
> careful not to let any retaining/ butterfly parts fall into the coolant
> jacket.  Some coolant will drain out, so be careful of your worklight
bulb,
> hair, head, glasses, clothes, etc.
>     Replacement unit will tell you whether to use vaseline or food-grade
> waterproof grease to seal the rubber gasket.  Top off the coolant; I'm not
> sure whether I did it through the reservoir or upper hose.  Secure the
cord
> to whatever's stable with wire ties- crawling underneath in the snow to
push
> it back in isn't pleasant.
>     And save the old cord if it's still good.  Some of the replacements
are
> a bit short.
>     HTH,
>     Scott Kair
>
>
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