Broken Heater core and vacuum pipes diagram 1995 Caravelle

[kwahodi]

Hi Guys,

I have a 1995 Caravelle 2.5 ACU which has a broken heater core. Was driving with the kids and had the A/C running when a burst of steam started rushing through the vents and smell of coolant...a bit of a scare! Anyway, I have taken out the dashboard and got to the offending unit. I have also noticed that the previous owner must have removed this unit before as it has most of the vacuum pipes unplugged and blocked with screws . Kinda explains why I could never get the lower vents to work or to make some adjustments. Also on acceleration, I would hear one of the vents open up - vacuum leak? The foaming material on the vents is completely gone. So I guess my questions are:
- Does anyone know where I can get hold of a vacuum pipe diagram for this system so that I can attempt to reconnect the vacuum hoses correctly?
- Where can I get a replacement heater core? I'm in Victoria but an overseas supplier would be alright if I cannot get one closer to home.
- What else can I use on the flaps instead of the foaming material?

Cheers!
Steve

[h100vw]

Draft excluder foam tape would seal the vents.

The part number should be on the side of the radiator, just google that to start with.

[kwahodi]

Thanks,
I've successfully ordered a new heater core. Unfortunately I've figured out why the vacuum pipes are blocked off. My heater box is missing one actuator. Previous owner must have removed it for some reason . I was wondering if anyone knows where I can source the complete housing...minus the heater core. Cheers!
Steve.

[h100vw]

Camden gti might have one. Matt has a thing about transporters.

[kwahodi]

Email sent to Camden gti. Hopefully, they have one.

[h100vw]

Phone call would be better.

Gavin

[kwahodi]

Ok...after trolling through the interwebs, I believe this is the part number of the vacuum unit control flap 191820676A. Now to search for availability. I will give Camden a ring in the morning as well.

[h100vw]

That part is off a Mk2 golf. So much better chance of finding one.

[kwahodi]

Thanks Gavin. Called Camden gti and they are currently trying to get one for me. Getting a MK2 in the wreckers is also not as easy as I thought. Been calling around Melbourne area with no luck.