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Old Jan 4, 2006 | 04:29 AM
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hi, do you know who sells a braided lower radiator hose? a standard braided hose (which i bought already but won't fit) cannot be bended following the rubber hose form, so i'd need a hose to bolt in just right into the application...any infos will be appreciated, thanks/Giu

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Old Jan 4, 2006 | 08:21 AM
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Have you looked into a regular SS hose kit? It would require you to take stock hoses and "slip" the braided SS mesh over the hose.
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Old Jan 4, 2006 | 09:12 AM
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I bought the braided sleeve and slipped it over the hose. Worked and looks good, but it was a little difficult to get the hoses on with the braid due to the tight quarters.
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Old Jan 4, 2006 | 10:44 AM
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I've not used them but I understand the Cool Flex? hoses are working out well. Pretty pricey but they look great.

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I've not used them but I understand the Cool Flex? hoses are working out well. Pretty pricey but they look great.

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thanks kona, coolflex web site is what i was looking for
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Old Jan 4, 2006 | 12:46 PM
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FYI You can find them at places like O'Reillys and Autozone.

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Old Jan 4, 2006 | 02:42 PM
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That stuff does not show me anything. Pure garbage in my opinion. I wouldn`t trust it out the door, especially for a lower hose where even a OEM style is difficult to install.
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