How to replace heater core outlet hose

1990 CHEVROLET CAMARO
24,500 MILES • 5.7L • V8 • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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NICKTORONTO56
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The heater core outlet hose is connected to steel pipe.
How do I access the retaining clips that hold down this steel pipe, so I can access the outlet heater hose for removal and re-installation?
Oct 23, 2018 at 6:48 PM
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DANNY L
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Hello, I am Danny.

Just a quick question first. I would be happy to provide you with diagrams but, are you asking about the connections on the firewall (heater core) or the engine block? I look forward to hearing back from you. Thanks for using 2CarPros.
Danny-
Oct 24, 2018 at 4:05 AM
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NICKTORONTO56
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Hi Danny, I am looking at replacing both the heater core hoses in 1990 5.7 Litre IROC Camaro. I just finished replacing the heater core. The inlet heater hose is accessible and appears easy to replace. On the other hand the outlet heater hose is not very accessible and appears much more difficult to remove and replace. This outlet heater core hose is a short piece and is approximately "L" shaped. This short outlet hose connects the outlet heater core pipe to a steel pipe or tube. This pipe/tube runs down the firewall unattached and then bends onto the right side rail (with you sitting in drivers seat). From my detailed 1990 Chevrolet Camaro service manual, it shows that this pipe is attached to the rail by two bolted clips. What I would like help on is what are the detailed steps to getting access to this outlet hose for removal and replacement.
My car has AC.

Thanks, Nick.
Oct 24, 2018 at 6:59 AM
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NICKTORONTO56
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See my additional info /clarifications above. Still waiting for some help hopefully. Thanks. Nick
Oct 25, 2018 at 9:04 AM
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Hello,

Here is a video of the job being done

https://youtu.be/lwtDjEk5qXY

Please let us know if you need anything else to get the problem fixed.

Cheers, Ken
Oct 27, 2018 at 12:15 PM
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NICKTORONTO56
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Thanks Ken, my Camaro is a 1990 third generation model year. The video you posted, I believe, is for the fourth generation Camaro model years, so it is quite a bit different. Let me know if there is any you have for me for a 1990 IROC Camaro with 5.7 liter engine (L98 V8 TPI) and air conditioning (C60).
Thanks, Nick
Oct 29, 2018 at 7:41 AM
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Okay can you upload some picture of what you are talking about?
Oct 29, 2018 at 9:49 AM
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NICKTORONTO56
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Hello again Ken - See attached diagram. I would like to know how best to access screw bolt #9 on left side of the attached diagram. Also see my previous posts/replies for more details if needed.Thanks again. Nick.
Oct 29, 2018 at 11:28 AM
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Yep that is a tight one. I removed the torx bit from the socket and used it and a 8mm wrench. The only way.
Oct 30, 2018 at 11:57 AM