Replacing Heater Core

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Asked by jsbutter Feb 06, 2018 at 09:49 PM about the 1990 Ford F-150 XLT Lariat LB

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

My heat only runs while the truck is at high RPMs and does not run on idle. I
am thinking the heater core has some gunk in it.

Local shops charge $100+ for coolant flush. This radiator is only $30. Is it
worth just replacing it entirely. Is this an easy project?

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olds403 answered 6 years ago

I think you mean Heater Core !!! Some are simple to change and some like mustangs & Thunder birds ( Fox chasse take up to 14 hours labor to change to put in a 30 dollar part) which adds up to more than most 1990 cars are worth !!

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OJ answered 6 years ago

Check out the new for videos on replacing the core for your year truck. It may be accessible through the glove box once it is removed.

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