Any difference between a Heater core from the US compared to Jap spec ones?

Discussion in 'Technical' started by BurgerZ, Apr 4, 2010.

  1. BurgerZ

    BurgerZ Banned

    I bought one from COZ and want to know if attempt to change it is it going to slip in easily or are they different?

    thanks
     
  2. brisz

    brisz Well-Known Member

    The core it self is right, but the tap will have the lever on the wrong side and the pipes are completely wrong.

    I have previously posted attempts to cut the lever of the tap and move to other side but I think you are better off buying a new tap from Nissan Australia or reusing your old one if it is not leaking.
     
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  3. BurgerZ

    BurgerZ Banned

    Im attempting this "dash in heater core replacement" where they cut the old pipes and use a rubber hose to reconnect to the new ones.

    Can you have a looksy and see if it makes sense please. thank you so much guys

     
  4. CHILI

    CHILI Indestructable Target

    I have never heard of anyone doing it this way before, but if you do it neatly and carefully, I can't see how it would cause any major problems(and it certainly avoids that mongrel bolt that holds the heater pipes to the firewall).
    Just make sure you use "quality" heater hose to make the joins.:zlove::zlove:
     
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  5. BurgerZ

    BurgerZ Banned

    So I shouldn't have any incompatability issues with the US kit I bought?


     
  6. CHILI

    CHILI Indestructable Target

    As has already been stated, IF you bought the Tap Kit then they definitely don't fit(as they are back to front compared to our requirements)so you will need to use your original tap/pipes(unless they are leaking, in which case you will need to buy new RHD ones).:zlove::zlove:

    It should be obvious that if the tap is leaking, then you need to replace it, and that involves removing the entire unit including pipework, so there is no point in pursuing this "cut pipe" option(unless you are prepared to cut the new replacement, also.).:zlove:
     

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