2nd Gen Econoline Blower Motor Access
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2nd Gen Econoline Blower Motor Access
I've got a '73 E-300. Heat quit working the other day, no warning whatsoever. I thought maybe fuse, but thats good. Then I thought resistor, but it quit at all settings, so probably not. I initially didn't suspect the blower motor because there was no warning, but now I'd like to get to it and give it a few taps to see if it will turn before I spend the $$$ to replace it.
My problem is that, while I've located the heater assembly, I can't seem to find a way to open it for easy(-ish) access to the motor. My only viable option right now looks like draining the coolant to pull the whole unit. Any suggestions?
My problem is that, while I've located the heater assembly, I can't seem to find a way to open it for easy(-ish) access to the motor. My only viable option right now looks like draining the coolant to pull the whole unit. Any suggestions?
#2
I replaced mine in my '72 E300 Supervan.
Remove the battery and the mounting bolts for the blower rare behind it.
It is not a fun job, so be prepared.
I made the mistake of replacing it with one from Schucks/Oreilly Auto Parts.
It never made the RPM of the original and I would suggest getting one from an OEM.
Or, get yours rebuilt.
Remove the battery and the mounting bolts for the blower rare behind it.
It is not a fun job, so be prepared.
I made the mistake of replacing it with one from Schucks/Oreilly Auto Parts.
It never made the RPM of the original and I would suggest getting one from an OEM.
Or, get yours rebuilt.
#3
I decided to bite the bullet and order a new motor AND resistor from Rock Auto. I don't want to have to get back in there again. Lets hope they're quality parts. I was hoping there would be an easier way to access (not necessarily remove / repair), but it doesn't look like there is.
Thanks for the feedback, even just to confirm what I already didn't want to believe
Thanks for the feedback, even just to confirm what I already didn't want to believe
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