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SSI heat exchanger warning |
914ltd |
Oct 6 2011, 06:34 AM
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Member Group: Members Posts: 239 Joined: 18-April 03 From: Peoria, IL Member No.: 581 Region Association: None |
I posted this last year, heating season is here again. These are big cracks, a tiny one you would not be able to hear would still be dangerous. These are not accident damaged. If you have a set on your car, grab the carbon monoxide detector from home and take a ride with the heat on and windows rolled up. There is a detector used in small aircraft also available. The last photo is how we now test for leaks using air pressure. Brad
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bigkensteele |
Nov 18 2011, 07:00 PM
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Major Member Group: Members Posts: 2,197 Joined: 30-August 04 From: Cincinnati, OH Member No.: 2,660 Region Association: South East States |
I picked this up at HD Racing today. $28 is a small price to pay for peace of mind. I would recommend one for anyone running heat with an air-cooled engine.
CO Detector I am contemplating where to put it. I may velcro it under the dash, just put it in the glove box, or place it behind my seat. From what I have read, CO mixes pretty freely with air, meaning that it is unlikely that there will be a "pocket" of CO under the dash, or up by the windshield. More reading on CO: Amazing survival story CO detector types, reviews |
jaxdream |
Nov 18 2011, 10:58 PM
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Senior Member Group: Members Posts: 974 Joined: 8-July 08 From: North Central Tennessee Member No.: 9,270 Region Association: South East States |
I picked this up at HD Racing today. $28 is a small price to pay for peace of mind. I would recommend one for anyone running heat with an air-cooled engine. CO Detector I am contemplating where to put it. I may velcro it under the dash, just put it in the glove box, or place it behind my seat. From what I have read, CO mixes pretty freely with air, meaning that it is unlikely that there will be a "pocket" of CO under the dash, or up by the windshield. More reading on CO: Amazing survival story CO detector types, reviews Just an idea Ken , remove the heat exchanger hose on the cabin side leaving it connected to the heat exchanger . Run the engine and aux fan also to test for CO2 right off the heat exchanger itself . that should tell you if the exhaust is leaking into the clamshells, and not risk too much inhalation of fumes . Basicaly testing the air volume before it reaches the cabin. Good luck with your findings and let us know what you find. Jack |
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