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camguynj · 09-04-2023, 11:44 AM

Would removing the rear seat also help?

DP1993 · 09-08-2023, 09:59 PM

I fixed mine yesterday. I cut an access panel like the 737 mechanic however instead of cutting to the left of the second bolt i cut to the right. It still has one bolt holding the panel in place and the actuator bolts both panels together. So I avoided being anywhere near the heater core and still managed to fix the ac. Took about 3 hrs to fix the door. Works great

camguynj · 09-08-2023, 10:21 PM

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Originally Posted by DP1993

I fixed mine yesterday. I cut an access panel like the 737 mechanic however instead of cutting to the left of the second bolt i cut to the right. It still has one bolt holding the panel in place and the actuator bolts both panels together. So I avoided being anywhere near the heater core and still managed to fix the ac. Took about 3 hrs to fix the door. Works great

How did you seal it up?

mactube · 10-19-2023, 05:39 AM

I'm finally gettin account to replace my blend door . I decided to buy a metal blend door this time .. for around $80 since the original plastic one by ACdelco went from $18 to $75 at the Chevy dealership.

Which is the right position to to put the blend door in before closing the housing and connecting the actuator ?

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1oNX...usp=share_link

el ess A · 10-19-2023, 09:12 AM

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Originally Posted by mactube

I'm finally gettin account to replace my blend door . I decided to buy a metal blend door this time .. for around $80 since the original plastic one by ACdelco went from $18 to $75 at the Chevy dealership.

Which is the right position to to put the blend door in before closing the housing and connecting the actuator ?

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1oNX...usp=share_link

Aluminum door is likely a good choice. Less of a chance you'll have an issue with the door again. Actuator is a different story, but it's easier to change I guess.

I did a cursory search for the GM p/n 92215212 (AC Delco #15-51251) OEM plastic door, and found that $75 price not to be the case. If they're charging $75 at your dealership for that part, they're either 1) ripping you off, or 2) the GM price change JUST happened and it hasn't worked its way through the entire system yet. It's still $17 and change from GMpartsdirect.com plus shipping, and up to $37 (with free shipping) at various places like Amazon, ebay, etc. Saw one for 19 and change plus tax shipped on ebay. They're out there for fairly cheap still. If you want an OEM one, get them while they still got them, regardless. Buy 2 if you can get them cheap.

Risingson05 · 10-19-2023, 10:09 AM

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Originally Posted by mactube

I'm finally gettin account to replace my blend door . I decided to buy a metal blend door this time .. for around $80 since the original plastic one by ACdelco went from $18 to $75 at the Chevy dealership.

Which is the right position to to put the blend door in before closing the housing and connecting the actuator ?

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1oNX...usp=share_link

Nice if you don’t mind me asking :where did you get that aluminum blend door? Thanks

Moto-Mojo · 10-19-2023, 10:11 AM

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Originally Posted by DP1993

I fixed mine yesterday. I cut an access panel like the 737 mechanic however instead of cutting to the left of the second bolt i cut to the right. It still has one bolt holding the panel in place and the actuator bolts both panels together. So I avoided being anywhere near the heater core and still managed to fix the ac. Took about 3 hrs to fix the door. Works great

Can you maybe show on this picture using Paint or some program to illustrate where you cut? Thx.

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el ess A · 10-19-2023, 04:48 PM

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Nice if you don’t mind me asking :where did you get that aluminum blend door? Thanks

You can find one here:

https://www.blenddoorusa.com/product...maro-temp-door

Wizard1183 · 10-20-2023, 03:18 PM

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Originally Posted by camguynj

Would removing the rear seat also help?

If you remove the steering wheel, the dash, the console, the driver seat, rear seat, the brake pedal and acceleration pedal, (If manual?) Clutch pedal; I guarantee youll have plenty of room to get the job done.

spyderbuddy · 10-20-2023, 03:54 PM

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Originally Posted by Wizard1183

If you remove the steering wheel, the dash, the console, the driver seat, rear seat, the brake pedal and acceleration pedal, (If manual?) Clutch pedal; I guarantee youll have plenty of room to get the job done.

Dont forget the Engine and Trans

justin case

Wizard1183 · 10-20-2023, 07:27 PM

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Originally Posted by spyderbuddy

Dont forget the Engine and Trans

justin case

Now we’re getting into weight savings! Double win!

camguynj · 10-21-2023, 08:06 AM

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Originally Posted by Wizard1183

If you remove the steering wheel, the dash, the console, the driver seat, rear seat, the brake pedal and acceleration pedal, (If manual?) Clutch pedal; I guarantee youll have plenty of room to get the job done.

No doubt, but I was looking for a serious answer to see if removing the rear seat was worthwhile to enable you to twist & turn onto your side or does the job just force you to lay flat on your back?

Moto-Mojo · 10-21-2023, 10:31 AM

Has anyone done what DP1993 did above? Cut between the two actuator mounts? If so, any issues?

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camguynj · 11-19-2023, 09:19 AM

For those that did this fix what are your thoughts on using a 1/4” round saw attached to a 10” flexible drill bit to make the cut?

09-08-2023, 09:59 PM	#128
DP1993 Drives: 2014 Camaro SS Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Louisiana Posts: 48	I fixed mine yesterday. I cut an access panel like the 737 mechanic however instead of cutting to the left of the second bolt i cut to the right. It still has one bolt holding the panel in place and the actuator bolts both panels together. So I avoided being anywhere near the heater core and still managed to fix the ac. Took about 3 hrs to fix the door. Works great __________________ 2014 Camaro SS DOD/VVT delete TSP F-35 cam Chevy performance lifters CNC ported heads and intake Yank stall 510RWHP 460 RWTQ 2001 Firebird LS1 SLP lid SLP catback 2014 Camaro RS (SOLD) 2014 Camaro SS ( SOLD) 2013 Camaro ZL1 TSP headers Roto fab intake 515 RWHP (RIP)

10-19-2023, 05:39 AM	#130
mactube Drives: 2015 Camaro Convertible Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: California Posts: 90	I'm finally gettin account to replace my blend door . I decided to buy a metal blend door this time .. for around $80 since the original plastic one by ACdelco went from $18 to $75 at the Chevy dealership. Which is the right position to to put the blend door in before closing the housing and connecting the actuator ? https://drive.google.com/file/d/1oNX...usp=share_link __________________ 2x 2015 Convertible 1LT - White on Black 22”s - Silver Stock

10-21-2023, 10:31 AM	#139
Moto-Mojo Fast Cars and Old Guitars Drives: 2015 2SS RS (L99, baby!) Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: N. CA Posts: 4,209	Has anyone done what DP1993 did above? Cut between the two actuator mounts? If so, any issues? __________________ “I don’t want to belong to any club that would have me as a member.” - Groucho Marx

09-04-2023, 11:44 AM	#127
camguynj Drives: '13 SS/RS LS3 BRM Cammed NPP Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: NJ Posts: 3,850 View My Garage	Would removing the rear seat also help?

11-19-2023, 09:19 AM	#140
camguynj Drives: '13 SS/RS LS3 BRM Cammed NPP Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: NJ Posts: 3,850 View My Garage	For those that did this fix what are your thoughts on using a 1/4” round saw attached to a 10” flexible drill bit to make the cut?