My heater valve under the dash is leaking water into my driver's side footwell. I recall seeing a post in the last few years in which someone posted the parts needed to rebuild the heater valve located under the dash, complete with part numbers etc. If I recall correctly, total cost of parts to rebuild was a few dollars, versus $150 for a new valve. Unfortunately, I've been searching and can't find it.
Does have this info can would you share it?
Thanks!
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There are TWO different water valves- a swiveling bent-rod early type, and a later one that uses a flat piece of steel that slides in a cammed slot. But AFAIK they both leak only when a tiny o-ring seal fails inside the valve body (assuming the brass valve itself didn't crack!)
The o-rings are available from McMasters-Carr in So-Cal or from Parker O-rings. Its been 40+ years so I don't have part #s but removing your valve and tearing it down should give you the dimensions needed. Then you'll be good for another 50 years!
It is not a simple O-ring but a sealing ring which costs a few € ($) but is difficult to put back in place without the appropriate tool.
Peter Fenlon in the UK chased down all the parts and I know I have those part #'s somewhere, but for the life of me can't find them at the moment.
Bit like a machinist using a steel rule instead of calipers, it might be close, but it's not originally an o-ring....
...i stand corrected the 'o' ring is special! And Your Right! IT Is Called a RULE!!
Garth, (SEE Above Photos) If this is the 'O' Ring (sealing ring), You're Looking for...PM Me here with Your Name and Mailing Address, and I will ship this Kit to You!
...I'll Catch You On 'The Highway of Broken Dreams'.
Garth, I think this is the posting you are looking for:
