'76 Heater Core Replacement

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Dec 13, 2009 | 10:43 PM

JMarks

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'76 Heater Core Replacement

I was wondering if anyone could tell me how to get to the heater core on my 76 F-150? I haven't torn into it yet cause it looks like it might take awhile, all i can see is the plastic cover that looks riveted shut. I was wondering if i need to drill the rivets out or if i can get to it from the heater motor compartment. I would appreciate any info. Thanks

Dec 17, 2009 | 06:25 PM

wdfp

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You change it from the inside, almost have to pull the dash out and it is a pain usually. If it without a/c like mine is.

Dec 17, 2009 | 11:10 PM

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Here's a link to an article on replacing the heater core in a factory A/C truck. It's not as hard as it sounds in the article. I did it in mine in about 4 hours, that was taking my time. Of course you don't do the last steps unless you want to replace the blower moter while your in there. IIRC there is a combination of seven bolts and screws holding the cover under the dash on. Two of the bolts have to be accessed from under the hood I think, it's been a few years since I've done it.

Heater Core Removal and Installation For 1973-1979 Ford F-Series Trucks .: Articles

If you search in the 73-79 forum you'll find lots of info on this procedure too.

Good luck. It's not hard. The hardest part is laying down there trying to be a contortionist to reach up in there to reach the core.

Dec 19, 2009 | 09:30 AM

JMarks

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Thanks alot guys, hopefully i can get to it this weekend.

Nov 6, 2019 | 01:07 PM

Sammy Primera

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‘76 Heater Core

Hello,

Im having issues finding a heater core to fit my ‘76 F250. Everything on it is stock, but I’m having issues with finding a heater core that I wouldn’t have to rig to fit. You guys have any leads on where to get one?

Thanks