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About to dive into Heater Core replacement...Any guides on dash removal?

Discussion in '1st Gen. Tacomas (1995-2004)' started by CitizenSnips5, Oct 3, 2022.

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  1. Aug 7, 2025 at 12:02 PM
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    Looks like you need to use the OE pipes to get the desired fit to me, but that's aluminum core that you bought, right? I've done a lot of soldering in my day but never brass to al. I'd think they have that process down now,,,, back in the day, nope, nothing would go to al. but al.
     
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    I did this job in the last couple years, my replacement core had the pipes attached, it fit well. I can probably track down the unit I bought if needed.
     
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  3. Aug 7, 2025 at 3:51 PM
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    it would be very helpful if you can do that for me!
    thanks in advance.
     
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  4. Aug 7, 2025 at 4:46 PM
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    Throwing in my 2 cents worth return that core and get you the one with metal pipes already attached. JMHO
     
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