Mk IV Heater Core

[cobham cobra]

Even when it is working well I found the heater was not much use partly because the exit vents allow the hot air to "just escape". To try and improve things I had eyeball vents built into the heater outlet in each footwell which enable the air to be directed far more effectively. It also provides the option of closing one of outlets if it's not wanted or required.

[MkIV Lux]

but it is quite efficient to keep your windscreen free from mist when one is forced to travel with the mohair roof in place

[westcott]

Oh.... quite expensive hood materials were used on our cars, for my one  a lot of polyesters had to die....

[nikbj68]

quote:Originally posted by westcott
   
Oh.... quite expensive hood materials were used on our cars, for my one  a lot of polyesters had to die....
   

And how many Mo`s now have no hair, when is the Mo shearing season, by the way? Does it coincide with the Mock Chamois hunting season?[:p]

[BBK]

quote:Originally posted by MartynG
   
BBK, I had the heater removed from my MkIV (AK 1259) a couple of years ago while I was having some engine work done.  I never took to the Ford heater switchgear that AC used and to be honest there's so much heat soak from the engine that I'd never found the heater that necessary or useful.
   
   I think I still have the box of 'bits' lying around in the garage somewhere.  I'll have a look and let you know.
   
   Not being as technical as most of you, could you provide a photo of what you're trying to replace so I know exactly what I'm looking for ?

quote:Originally posted by BBK
   
As a continuation of my saga on getting my AK 1216 road ready, my mechanic advised that my heater core was bypassed a while back and he has taken it out of the car.  Unfortunately, it is shot and not repairable.  He knows the part number but has been unable to locate a new core stateside, and has contacted Hawk Cars and AC Heritage in England per my direction to source this part and is awaiting word from them due to the time difference.  I am hoping that the forum can advise if Hawk and ACH are the proper source for the Mk IV heater core or if there are any other sources you know of.  Also, if a member has by chance, a spare heater core that is in good shape lying about that they wish to sell, please let me know as I would be interested!  Thanks to all.
   
   My mechanic is scrambling to complete the work prior to the Monterey Historic races in a couple of weeks. I have my ticket and corral pass!  The gentleman organizing the corral at the races advised yesterday that there will be 30 original AC/Shelby Cobras in the corral and a total of 175 cars there (Shelby Mustangs, continuation and replica Cobras).  I willtake plenty of pictures and plan to post some after the event!
   
   
   

   

   
   Hi Martyn.  Thank you for your kind offer.  Nik found the part for me and it is on its way here to California.   Expected delivery this Thursday!  Just spoke with my mechanic and he expects that if the part arrives on time he should have it mostly completed by Friday this week.  Now need to decide on tires, which has been the least of my problems thus far!  Though I might not use the heater all that much, it might be good to have on cold foggy days on the CA coast, plus, I am trying to keep the car to stock specification as much as possible, heater core and all.... [:)]

[nikbj68]

Tracking info:
   07/08/2012 12:10:00 Picked up - JARROW GB
   07/08/2012 23:16:00 In transit - NORTHERN SORT GB
   08/08/2012 19:45:00 Left FedEx origin facility - BISHOPS STORTFORD GB
   08/08/2012 21:11:00 In transit - STANSTED GB
   
   I would guess by now it`s halfway over the Atlantic...[:)]

[BBK]

quote:Originally posted by nikbj68
   
Tracking info:
   07/08/2012 12:10:00 Picked up - JARROW GB
   07/08/2012 23:16:00 In transit - NORTHERN SORT GB
   08/08/2012 19:45:00 Left FedEx origin facility - BISHOPS STORTFORD GB
   08/08/2012 21:11:00 In transit - STANSTED GB
   
   I would guess by now it`s halfway over the Atlantic...[:)]
   

   
   Thank you Nik!  With some luck, it might make it to my mechanic by tomorrow!  Thanks for keeping track.---Rob

[nikbj68]

I think Friday might be more realistic, but let`s hope you`re right.
   
   

[nikbj68]

quote:Originally posted by nikbj68: Tracking info:
   07/08/2012 12:10:00 Picked up - JARROW GB
   07/08/2012 23:16:00 In transit - NORTHERN SORT GB
   08/08/2012 19:45:00 Left FedEx origin facility - BISHOPS STORTFORD GB
   08/08/2012 21:11:00 In transit - STANSTED GB

   Update:
   09/08/2012 01:26:00 International shipment release-Import-MEMPHIS US
   09/08/2012 03:36:00 Departed FedEx location - MEMPHIS US
   09/08/2012 05:13:00 Arrived at FedEx location - OAKLAND US
   
   Getting closer! [8D]

[cobham cobra]

Nik,
   I'm disappointed, I'd have expected a technologister such as you would have provided a hyperlink to a real-time Google Earth image with the option of multiple street-view cameras of the "man in the van" as the package progresses.
   http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=--4U4BkulC0

[nikbj68]

Yeah, I was gonna do that, but didn`t want to hog the bandwidth of the forum. [:o)]

[nikbj68]

quote:Originally posted by nikbj68: Tracking info:
   07/08/2012 12:10:00 Picked up - JARROW GB
   07/08/2012 23:16:00 In transit - NORTHERN SORT GB
   08/08/2012 19:45:00 Left FedEx origin facility - BISHOPS STORTFORD GB
   08/08/2012 21:11:00 In transit - STANSTED GB
   09/08/2012 01:26:00 International shipment release-Import-MEMPHIS US
   09/08/2012 03:36:00 Departed FedEx location - MEMPHIS US
   09/08/2012 05:13:00 Arrived at FedEx location - OAKLAND US

   
   Updated update:
   
   09/08/2012 07:18:00 At local FedEx facility - PLEASANTON US
   09/08/2012 07:35:00 On FedEx vehicle for delivery - PLEASANTON US
   
   
   
   So close, Rob can almost smell it!
   Your guys may well be installing today! [:D]

[BBK]

Nik, yes it is almost there!  Hard to believe that it has traveled so far so fast.  I think you are right that they will get it and install it today!!  Pretty amazing.  Thank you!

[nikbj68]

09/08/2012 09:13:00 Delivered - LIVERMORE US Signed for by: C.MCELROY
   
   Wooohooooo!!!!!!! [8D][8D][8D]
   
   And here`s AK1216 on the lift, awaiting completion ready for the trip to Monterey on Thursday:
   
   

[BBK]

Nik, Clint from Top of the Hill just called.  The heater core just arrived and they are going to install it today and button up the dash and install my new Moto-lita wood wheel!  Very exciting!  I may have the car sooner than I thought! [:D]