Heater Matrix pssibly on the way out - is a cheap fix worth it?

[rob.043]

Yeah just replace the patrix rather than compromising everything else with a sealant that may not do anything but block your radiator!

[Wayne]

Better in the long run to fit a new matrix.

[dubber36]

Spoke to the mechanic today and it's definitely the matrix. So off we go on the hunt for a Mk3 jobby!!!

James replaced my matrix earlier this year. We also managed to source some replacement pipes to do away with the bypass valve.

[vii-cks]

If your not bothered about the heat for a few weeks just plug the water pipes into each other and keep your heating turned off

Do that temporarily to prevent misting etc, heater matrix's are so common usually with a damp footwell though? Not always the case. Good luck changing it, it's always been known as a bit of a mission to do.