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Cleaning out the cowl on a GQ

Posted: Fri Jul 30, 2004 10:33 pm
by madmel
Does anybody know if there is an easy way to clean out the cowl area on a GQ.
The grill in front of the windscreen is full of leaves and dirt etc.

Any suggestions appreciated.

Mel

Posted: Fri Jul 30, 2004 11:51 pm
by BIG GQ
Undo the a few screws and get the vacumn cleaner onto the job :? :? :? :shock: :shock: :shock:

I have done this plenty of times with different vacumn cleaner attachements............where is the problem :?

Posted: Fri Jul 30, 2004 11:51 pm
by Woop
Unfortunatly there is no real easy way. When removing the windscreen wiper arms to remove the grill, use some anti-sieze grease on re-assembly to prevent electrolysis. Carefull when removing the plastic retaining screws. Its also a good idea, to remove the blower motor and reach in behind to fresh air intake vent and remove all the leaves built up there as well as you cant reach this spot with the grill removed.

Nick

Posted: Sat Jul 31, 2004 12:08 am
by BIG GQ
Yep for sure nick. I agree. After doing 2 cab change overs I know how much builds up behind the blower motor and even the ducting running across the inside of the cab/firewall ( the last cigarette lighter I found 3 weeks ago is still working)

Cheers
Linc

Posted: Sat Jul 31, 2004 3:20 pm
by madmel
Thanks for the replys guys.
Looks like there will be some arm twisting going on.