What is the easiest way to remove these hoses?
03-16-2013, 08:15 PM
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What is the easiest way to remove these hoses?
On my 1986 Convertible 4+3:
1. Lower radiator hose; can you just remove the serpentine belt and move it out of the way, or do you have to remove the air injection stuff? The side that connects to the radiator is easy, however I can't even see the connection the goes to the water pump.
2. Power steering reservoir lower hose; I just replaced the upper rubber hose, however I can't see/get to the part where the lower rubber hose connects to the back of the pump; if I remove the alternator which would only take a few minutes, does it give me enough access to the hose/clamp? I would prefer not to remove the pulley or pump if possible.
Can't seem to access either hose from under the car while it is up on ramps; any help from someone with experience is greatly appreciated....
Regards, Chris
1. Lower radiator hose; can you just remove the serpentine belt and move it out of the way, or do you have to remove the air injection stuff? The side that connects to the radiator is easy, however I can't even see the connection the goes to the water pump.
2. Power steering reservoir lower hose; I just replaced the upper rubber hose, however I can't see/get to the part where the lower rubber hose connects to the back of the pump; if I remove the alternator which would only take a few minutes, does it give me enough access to the hose/clamp? I would prefer not to remove the pulley or pump if possible.
Can't seem to access either hose from under the car while it is up on ramps; any help from someone with experience is greatly appreciated....
Regards, Chris
