Lower Radiator Hose
Racer
Joined: Aug 2008
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From: Justin TX
It is very tight but not too bad. You will want to slit the old one to make it easier to get off. Getting the new one on the radiator is a little difficult since there is no room to wiggle it into place. Be sure to slide the clamps on so that they can be positioned to make access easier.
Melting Slicks
Joined: Oct 2010
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From: "ɹǝpunuʍop", Adelaide, South Australia
when i put the 350 engine back in my 72, i had the same problem.
my solution was to remove the top n middle radiator support bolts and loosen the bottom ones, 3 per side, and any other brackets,
that allowed me to tilt the support frame up enough to get access to the hose area.
bit of lube on the inside of the hose helped as well.
my solution was to remove the top n middle radiator support bolts and loosen the bottom ones, 3 per side, and any other brackets,
that allowed me to tilt the support frame up enough to get access to the hose area.
bit of lube on the inside of the hose helped as well.
Team Owner
Joined: Apr 2002
Posts: 26,563
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From: Northridge California
St. Jude Donor '14
OP, it's not that difficult, but some parts store hoses will require some trimming to fit properly.
Edit: To add, it's easier if you remove the fan clutch/fan and take off the Shroud Extension as well.
Last edited by Chinaski; Sep 27, 2014 at 11:54 AM.
