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Old 28th January 2016, 14:54   #11
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Not sure if it is my computer, but I cannot see the photo or get it to open when I click on it. I do not particularly like Photo bucket, so I often post photos as attachments simply by going into My documents folder - then to my pictures, and selecting the photo I want to show. The only issue with this is that you may need to resize the picture to 800 x 600 or so, otherwise it may be too big to be attached to the message. I think most computers have some basic photo editing software on them to allow you to do this (I actually have PhotoStudio installed on my computer that will do the re-sizing for me).

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I think it was linked wrongly but hope the OP doesn't mind, I found it on his album:

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Old 28th January 2016, 20:39   #12
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It's certainly something I'll need to do soon - I was thankful mine seems OK, until Mother dearest pointed out her blowers were only luke-warm whereas mine were toasty.

Just what I wanted to do in January...
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Old 28th January 2016, 22:47   #13
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Thanks Stewmond - very useful.

I hope you manage to get a picture or two posted showing where to cut the hoses - info on the size/source of the hose connectors you used would also be useful.

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Hi Pete, I can see you've got the photo. Don't really know why it wasn't there after the first upload. I used an inline connector from B&Q. They were 3/4 inch but I had to file them down to fit, so I removed the ribs. always heat up the pipes in a jug of hot water first before pushing the connectors in. It makes it much easier. with the B&Q connectors being too large as standard I have sourced one at 18mm which is just over 0.7 inch which I think will be better. That is from MAFCO - straight hose connector 18mm, part number 455-7091. If you've an Andrew Page in your locality then they are distributors for Mafco. If not, give the m a ring on 01254301121, give them your postcode and the will tell you your nearest supplier. I've added the following photos:-








Hope this all helps. Its my first attempt

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Old 28th January 2016, 23:07   #14
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Nice useful thread, well done
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Old 29th January 2016, 08:55   #15
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I say just use waterless coolant!!! One of my cars has it in it, the coolant system is spotless,no corrosion at all.
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Old 29th January 2016, 12:30   #16
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Stewmond,
Having suffered the misfortune of someone adding K-Seal to my car in the past I have already changed the matrix once (3 years ago) but it is now cold again on the passenger side so this mod will be useful for me. Can you tell me which is the outlet pipe (I'm not near my car to look). Is it the top or bottom hose as they disappear into the bulkhead?

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Old 30th January 2016, 22:47   #17
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Having suffered the misfortune of someone adding K-Seal to my car in the past I have already changed the matrix once (3 years ago) but it is now cold again on the passenger side so this mod will be useful for me. Can you tell me which is the outlet pipe (I'm not near my car to look). Is it the top or bottom hose as they disappear into the bulkhead?

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Hi Steve, the outlet pipe is the top pipe coming out of the bulkhead. If your heater matrix is blocked as you say, it will be cool to the touch, whereas the inlet pipe will be hot at normal running temperature. Just a note to everyone, re-tighten the jubilee clips the following morning before starting the engine. I was surprised how loose mine were after cooling down. Good luck everyone and happy motoring.

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I'm having the same problem but it looks hard for me to reach the pipes, the room is not as wide as the picture you shared. what is your engine type?? v6?
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I just wondered if your inline connectors have held up with no leaks etc.?
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I just wondered if your inline connectors have held up with no leaks etc.?
I'm afraid you maybe waiting a while for a reply, he hasn't been on here since 2018.
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