[Vwdiesel] the core of the Problem?

[Roger Brown]

My guess would be either a too cool thermostat or a stuck open t-stat.  Or try back 
flushing the heater core (insert garden hose into the return line and run water out the 
inlet line) and make sure the heater valve is opening fully with the dash control.


On 12/16/2011 9:22 AM, Brian and Ruth Decker wrote:
> Hi Folks;
>
>                  I have an 1981 diesel Rabbit pickup and the heater and
> defrosting system works well even when it is cold. I have a 1981 gas Rabbit
> pickup and a 1983 GTI the throw  some heat when the temperature is above 50
> or so but are pretty useless below freezing. Does anyone have a magic
> solution Perhaps a new heater core is the solution. If so where would one
> find one.
>
> Brian Decker
>
> Western Washington

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   Roger