cost to replace Heating core
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Jy core (if it looks newish), $15, do the job yourself, Priceless!!!
If your heater core is leaking, it can get worse and loose a lot of coolant, in which case can cause you to overheat your motor and GAME OVER.
If you take it to a repair shop, they should be able to replace it in an hour. They will likely need the firewall coupling so between the $150 core, the $35 coupling, a little coolant and the labor, you're likely looking at about $285. At the stealer, likely about $425.
If your heater core is leaking, it can get worse and loose a lot of coolant, in which case can cause you to overheat your motor and GAME OVER.
If you take it to a repair shop, they should be able to replace it in an hour. They will likely need the firewall coupling so between the $150 core, the $35 coupling, a little coolant and the labor, you're likely looking at about $285. At the stealer, likely about $425.
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Why put in another worn out part in after the first "used" part failed?
Go w/new and go OEM; here you go:
1993-1997 Volvo 850 Heater Core
Like the other guys said, DIY is easy; here's one guide:
Pics Of Heater Core Install - Volvospeed Forums
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No one suggested that he put a "worn out" part in his car. The junk yards are full of parts that are new or near new. A heater core will likely last betwen 10 and 13 years. Just doing the math, most cars have had them replaced with the past two years. So, if you pull a part out of a car and it looks black, full of grime, and is obviously leaking, keep walking. However, if you pull the part and it looks like it's 3 days old, pay the $10 and install it in your car.
Sad as it may sound, not everyone has $120 to purchase a part for their car. (And yes that would fall under the catagory that "one can not afford to drive")
Sad as it may sound, not everyone has $120 to purchase a part for their car. (And yes that would fall under the catagory that "one can not afford to drive")
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