Pi-Thon Hose Locks
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Melting Slicks
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From: Godspeed Mikey Hogsmak Invitational Spring Skyline Drive Corvette Cruise
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Pi-Thon Hose Locks
Any one using them?
Do they work? Any leaking problems - sealing problems?
If you are, did you buy the GM Small Block Chevy Kit or did you just order specific sizes?
Last if you needed specific sizes what did you get?
If your not sure what I'm talking about check here:
http://www.pi-thon.com/
Do they work? Any leaking problems - sealing problems?
If you are, did you buy the GM Small Block Chevy Kit or did you just order specific sizes?
Last if you needed specific sizes what did you get?
If your not sure what I'm talking about check here:
http://www.pi-thon.com/
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From: Godspeed Mikey Hogsmak Invitational Spring Skyline Drive Corvette Cruise
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Originally Posted by TonySinclair
Do they clamp right on the end of a regular hose? How do they slide/clamp over a barbed fitting (t-stat outlet)?
They end up working like a compression fitting for tubing. There is 3-4 pieces to each clamp.
Racer
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They do work, actually very nice fittings. No problems with mine leaking although I have to say a hose clamp is just as effective, a lot cheaper and easier to deal with if you need remove the hose. Bling factor is nice as they have a very nice albeit delicate polish. I could not use the clamp for the top radiator hose, just not enough space on the BB radiator and the way the neck curves to fit it into place. Also, the wrench required to tighten them down would have to be huge. Ended up using rubber strap wrenches to tighten.
The end of the day I prefer real braided hoses with nickel plated AN fittings. If I still have the packages (doubtful) I will check the sizes of what I bought and send them on.
Cheers
-Andre
The end of the day I prefer real braided hoses with nickel plated AN fittings. If I still have the packages (doubtful) I will check the sizes of what I bought and send them on.
Cheers
-Andre
