I hate kinks…
Racer
Joined: Nov 2016
Posts: 320
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From: Bala Cynwyd PA
There was another Borgesson install thread that that had a solution using one of the metal fittings from the old system. As I recall, you cut it down a little bit and install it into the return port. and has a slight Bend in it to connect the hose to with a hose clamp. I've done it on two different units I've installed and it works great to eliminate the kink. I followed these instructions for the whole install, as the instructions included with the kit were a little vague.
I found it. Here's the link..
https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums...n-my-74-a.html
In terms of bang for the buck, I think it's one of the best upgrades available.
Scott
I found it. Here's the link..
https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums...n-my-74-a.html
In terms of bang for the buck, I think it's one of the best upgrades available.
Scott
Melting Slicks
Joined: Jul 2006
Posts: 2,292
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From: Salmon Arm, BC
Here's another option to try....get an outside spring hose protector that will help the hose keep its shape and prevent kinks. Hydraulic shop or industrial supply house should be able to help you. Here's a link...
https://boschhydraulic.com/heavy-dut...uard-3-8-hose/
https://boschhydraulic.com/heavy-dut...uard-3-8-hose/
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Melting Slicks
Joined: Nov 2017
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Thanks gentlemen for all this great feedback. I had some 3/8 steel tubing that I tried to flare using a Harbor Freight tool. It failed miserably. I decided to spring for a Kegworks barbed U connector - cheaper than purchasing a proper flare tool 
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Le Mans Master
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From: North tonawanda NY
I havent done my borgeson conversion yet but may have to remember this.
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Melting Slicks
Joined: Nov 2017
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You would think that this would have been easy to find here.
NOT !!!
I had to order from Kegworks.
Last edited by DorianC3; Jan 26, 2024 at 06:18 AM.
