Ford Truck Enthusiasts Forums

Notices
1997 - 2003 F150 1997-2003 F150, 1997-1999 F250LD, 7700 & 2004 F150 Heritage
Sponsored by:
Sponsored by: Auxito

Heater Core

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
Old Aug 21, 2008 | 06:16 PM
Share
  #1  
naugarelli's Avatar
naugarelli
Thread Starter
|
New User
Joined: Aug 2008
Posts: 2
Likes: 0
Heater Core
Is there anyway to replace the heater core in my 97 f150 without taking the dash off. I've been told it's worth the 900$ to have someone do this repair for me but I just can't bear it. Seems like there has to be a better way. Any advice?

Thanks
naugarelli
 
Reply
0
Old Aug 21, 2008 | 08:13 PM
Share
  #2  
torkum's Avatar
torkum
Posting Guru
Joined: Dec 2005
Posts: 1,550
Likes: 6
From: Mount Juliet, TN
You got to pull the dash! I though about cutting a hole in the firewall but the core is still in a plastic case.
 
Reply
0
Old Aug 21, 2008 | 08:37 PM
Share
  #3  
naugarelli's Avatar
naugarelli
Thread Starter
|
New User
Joined: Aug 2008
Posts: 2
Likes: 0
Why would they do that?$ I had the same thought about the firewall. Does $900 sound about right?
 
Reply
0
Old Aug 21, 2008 | 09:26 PM
Share
  #4  
torkum's Avatar
torkum
Posting Guru
Joined: Dec 2005
Posts: 1,550
Likes: 6
From: Mount Juliet, TN
Yea $900 is a little high other than the dealership. I use to charge about $700. Its a all day 8-10 hr. labor and a $50 part plus a little antifreeze.
 
Reply
0
Old Aug 22, 2008 | 06:10 AM
Share
  #5  
slc10844's Avatar
slc10844
Posting Guru
Joined: Oct 2003
Posts: 1,332
Likes: 4
From: Baltimore
Ford has a TSB on heater core failures. You might want to read what it says. Replacing the heater core is a job you only want to do once.
 
Reply
0
Related Topics
Thread
Thread Starter
Forum
Replies
Last Post
Need help. Heater core.
Pablo-UA
Aerostar
15
Dec 2, 2007 02:40 PM
heater core replacement
arkredneck
1994.5 - 1997 7.3L Power Stroke Diesel
5
Oct 24, 2007 06:50 PM
Heater Core
Littlered08
General Automotive Discussion
2
Dec 28, 2005 10:23 AM
heater
Dingo1984
1980 - 1986 Bullnose F100, F150 & Larger F-Series Trucks
2
Dec 1, 2005 11:05 AM
Heater Core Gurgle
peppy
Cooling, Heating, Ventilation & A/C
2
Dec 1, 2004 06:08 PM
Back to Subforum
1997 - 2003 F150
View Next Unread
Evap Not Ready




Advanced Search
Reply Closed Thread Share
Forum Jump

All times are GMT -5. The time now is 10:59 PM.

story-0
Ford's 2001 Explorer Sportsman Concept Looks For a New Home

Slideshow: Ford's bizarre fishing-themed Explorer concept has resurfaced after spending decades largely forgotten.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-05-12 18:07:46


VIEW MORE
story-1
10 Best Ford Truck Engines We Miss the Most!

Slideshow: The 10 best Ford truck engines we miss the most.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-05-12 13:09:47


VIEW MORE
story-2
2026 Shelby F-150 Off-Road: Better Than a Raptor R?

Slideshow: first look at the 810 hp 2026 Shelby F-150 Off-Road!

By Brett Foote | 2026-05-12 12:50:07


VIEW MORE
story-3
2027 Super Duty Carhartt Package First Look: 12 Things You NEED to Know!

Slideshow: Everything You Need to Know about the 2027 Super Duty Carhartt Package!

By Michael S. Palmer | 2026-05-07 17:51:06


VIEW MORE
story-4
10 Most Surprising 2026 Ford Truck Features!

Slideshow: 10 most surprising Ford truck options/features in 2026.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-05-05 11:17:22


VIEW MORE
story-5
Top 10 Ford Trucks Coming to Mecum Indy 2026

Slideshow: Here are the top 10 Fords coming to Mecum Indy 2026.

By Brett Foote | 2026-05-04 13:49:49


VIEW MORE
story-6
5 Best / 5 Worst Ford Truck Wheels of All Time

Slideshow: The 5 best and 5 worst Ford truck wheels of all time

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-04-29 16:49:01


VIEW MORE
story-7
Ford Super Duty: 5 Things Owners LOVE, 5 Things They LOATHE!

Slideshow: Ranking the 5 things owners love about their Super Duty and 5 things they don't

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-04-29 16:36:49


VIEW MORE
story-8
Every 2026 Ford Truck Engine RANKED from WORST to FIRST!

Slideshow: Ranking all 12 Ford truck engines available in 2026.

By Michael S. Palmer | 2026-04-22 13:32:20


VIEW MORE
story-9
The Best F-150 Deal of Every Trim Level (XL through Raptor)

Slideshow: The best Ford F-150 deal for every trim level (XL through Raptor)

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-04-21 15:59:01


VIEW MORE