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heater problems...stumped

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when i start my car and let it warm up, the heater stays cold until i start diving then it heats up almost instantly. anyone know what might cause this?

thanks

Joel
 

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thermostat not opening till you put the car under-load. Low coolant or air in the system.
 

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has someone ever installed one of those restrictor valves inline in the coolant tube going to the heater core? i know some early 90's rangers and explorers came with them from the factory. and ive seen a few in mustangs. they where most likely aftermarket but ive seen them. sorry for rambling.
 
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