What is the ACDelco part for coolant elbows?
What is the ACDelco part for coolant elbows?
ACDELCO Part # 1534066 should fit all 3 but the bigger part on one of the elbows, I just went with the Dorman purple one for that o ring, and so far no leaks. Of course my purple on is on an aluminum nipple that is part of the belt tensioner assembly because my car is not supercharged.
What’s the best way to replace a coolant elbow?
The best way to replace the coolant elbow is to remove the water pump and insert the new elbow before inserting the bolts for the water pump. Check that there are no pieces of the old plastic elbow lodged inside. Replace both elbows if so equipt at the same time.
Is there a recall on Dorman elbow coolant?
If you get the Dorman Coolant Elbow Kit be sure to take the o rings off of it and get the AC Delco ones, or Fel-PRO ones, the Dorman ones are known to leak, and I’ve heard that Dorman has started looking into the problem, but no recalls have been issued. They will however replace them for you if they have failed.
The best way to replace the coolant elbow is to remove the water pump and insert the new elbow before inserting the bolts for the water pump. Check that there are no pieces of the old plastic elbow lodged inside. Replace both elbows if so equipt at the same time.
ACDELCO Part # 1534066 should fit all 3 but the bigger part on one of the elbows, I just went with the Dorman purple one for that o ring, and so far no leaks. Of course my purple on is on an aluminum nipple that is part of the belt tensioner assembly because my car is not supercharged.
If you get the Dorman Coolant Elbow Kit be sure to take the o rings off of it and get the AC Delco ones, or Fel-PRO ones, the Dorman ones are known to leak, and I’ve heard that Dorman has started looking into the problem, but no recalls have been issued. They will however replace them for you if they have failed.
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What’s the production code for an elbow ring?
Should still work fine though. There is supposed to be an “improved” version of the elbow/o rings, it has production code number of 11300 or higher stamped on the elbow, this info comes from rkpatt on another forum..
What’s the best way to fix a coolant leak?
The best way to fix a coolant leak is to track down the location of the leak and repair the old, damaged, or ineffective part. For example, if you have a cracked hose, replacing it is the most effective way to stop your leak. Some components naturally wear out over time.
