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Author:  J-dub [ September 28th, 2010, 10:59 pm ]
Post subject:  keeping warm / getting warm in a 2cv
i know that the heating systems are not known for being the best, especially when not adjusted correctly??

but my heating isnt bad, but you dont feel the heat, and it doesnt really warm up much.

i dont have draft excluders on the front wondows, could this help if i did?

also how well are these thermal hood liners rated? i like the look of it, but how much of a difference will it make?

is there anyway i can improve the effeicany of my heating? the tubes arent in the best state, i like the look of someones (cant remeber who) solid heating pipes, as that will reduce leakage??

just after some general advice, besides wear a thermal hat gloves socks and clothes ;)
Author:  Little Louis [ September 28th, 2010, 11:03 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: keeping warm / getting warm in a 2cv
technical section?
Author:  J-dub [ September 28th, 2010, 11:04 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: keeping warm / getting warm in a 2cv
i geuss i meant it as a general question which wandered into a technical question, sorry, some one move it please :D

sorry!
Author:  Jonathan [ September 28th, 2010, 11:13 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: keeping warm / getting warm in a 2cv
I find round town(30mph), the heating system isn't great, but at motorway speed it's bloody brilliant, a bit too good at times. :lol:
Author:  Terry [ September 28th, 2010, 11:18 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: keeping warm / getting warm in a 2cv
Jameswallace wrote:
i dont have draft excluders on the front wondows, could this help if i did?

..... the tubes arent in the best state, i like the look of someones (cant remeber who) solid heating pipes, as that will reduce leakage??



I think you've answered two of your own questions there James ;)
New Tubes and some draught excluder will work wonders.

Another tip is to stuff old blankets under the front seats [it keeps all the heat in the front ....no joke for the rear passengers though]

Remove the heater tubes [under the bonnet] and stick your hand into the heat exchanger [with the engine cold of course] .....make sure the flaps are fully closed and all the heat is directed into the cabin.

Fit the grille muff.

I've never needed a "thermal roof liner" .... by following the above advice,I've always found my car 2CV warm enough to drive in winter without a coat ....[in fact it amuses me to see all the drivers of all the modern sh*te around me driving in coats .....I just think "You sad git,buy a decent car with a decent heater and you would'nt be sitting there looking like a 'kin half frozen 'kin weevil" ... :P .... :lol: ]


T. ;)
Author:  J-dub [ September 28th, 2010, 11:21 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: keeping warm / getting warm in a 2cv
kind of answer i wanted

i get what your saying bout blankets, to stop te air flowing!!

also what and where could i get some draft excluders?

i think the solid heating pipes where that similar to soil pipes?

i like the idea, as its such a short distance, i dont personally think the lack of insulation in soil pipes is going to make a huge difference,

do you think its a good idea?
Author:  Terry [ September 28th, 2010, 11:30 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: keeping warm / getting warm in a 2cv
Jameswallace wrote:
kind of answer i wanted

i get what your saying bout blankets, to stop te air flowing!!

also what and where could i get some draft excluders?

i think the solid heating pipes where that similar to soil pipes?

i like the idea, as its such a short distance, i dont personally think the lack of insulation in soil pipes is going to make a huge difference,

do you think its a good idea?



B&Q,Homebase,Wilko's,etc sell draught excluder.

ECAS sell 2CV heater tubes ....if "soil pipes" were such a good idea,maybe Mr Citroen himself would've thought of it ....as it 'appens ....he did'nt.

T. ;)
Author:  Terry [ September 28th, 2010, 11:31 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: keeping warm / getting warm in a 2cv
:oops: Ooopps ....double posted [memo to self ... "remove finger from send button faster"] ... :oops:
Author:  J-dub [ September 28th, 2010, 11:39 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: keeping warm / getting warm in a 2cv
true, i will look at investing in some more, there the originals, and are only useful for the bin, the de mister does next to nothing really, as the tubes are fucked!!
and yes, a twitch in the fingr can cause a double post :)
Author:  Terry [ September 28th, 2010, 11:48 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: keeping warm / getting warm in a 2cv
Jameswallace wrote:
true, i will look at investing in some more, there the originals, and are only useful for the bin ....


They'd prob'ly make good "fire-lighters" .....after 20-odd years they're prob'ly well past their best and well soaked in oil,it only needs one to drop onto a hot exhaust .....[I take it you do carry a fire extinguisher] :|
Make sure you secure the new ones thoroughly [I always tie wrap mine to the wiring harness and cables .....a couple of new tie wraps cost far less than a new extinguisher,or worse still,another 2CV] :cry:

T.
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