1970 AMC Javelin Heater control valve removal

1970 AMC JAVELIN
52,000 MILES • V8 • 2WD • MANUAL
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DAVE HUDSON
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I am trying to remove the original heater control valve from my intake manifold. I have soaked the threads with rust penatrant, and tried to break it free with a wrench, but no luck. Valve is close to firewall, and behind valve cover--not much room to work. Does anybody have any suggestions? I need help.
Dec 6, 2008 at 7:09 PM
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teh only thing i could suggest and it depends on your ability. It is NOT THE SAFEST thing to do either. Take a propane torch and heat the manifold around the water heater pipe. Then place penetrating oil on the threads and take a small ball pien hammer ( 8oz or so) and tap around the manifold . then repeat this several times. Then try the wrench and see if the pipe will break loose. If that doesn't work take the intake to a machine shop where they can get it off.
Sep 15, 2009 at 1:29 PM