77 Mav heater box

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  1. JLB

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    I checked at maverickgrabber.com for interchange info on this, but I am still a bit confused. I need a heater box for my son's maverick (PO trashed the existing part when replacing the heater core). Per the interchange info the 69-70 Mustang/Cougar w/o AC is supposed to fit, but I can't find one. To me the HEATER BOX ASSEMBLY 67/68 MUSTANG/COUGAR looks identical except the defrost/floor vents that are ao the Maverick one is missing. Has anyone else used something like this for a replacement?:huh:


    Sorry to ask so many questions. TIA for all your help.

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  2. Craig Selvey

    Craig Selvey Indiana State Rep - MCCI

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    I don't see any car from the 1960's having a heater box the same as a 1977 Maverick. Even an early Maverick is different from a 1977 Maverick.
     
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    With more and more old cars going to the crusher it's getting hard to find the simplest of parts ... yes I have thrown away and given away heater boxes .... they usually go in the trunk of parts cars on the way to the junk yard.
     
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    I found one out of a 70 mustang that should fit (according to the interchange list) at a salvage yard. Thanks all for your input and help. JLB
     
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    Well.....I would bet it won't fit....as a 1977 Maverick has different vent outlets than a 1970 Mustang. But let us know how close it comes.
     
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    I think only the heater "core" are the same.
     
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    Yep, that's correct.
     
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    FYI, got a heater box today out of a 73 mav. Fits like a glove. It was kinda sad, as the salvage yard had to take 2 cars off the top before they could pull it.
    Thanks for all the input.

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