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Old May 3, 2021 | 02:37 PM
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Hello all!

Steering fluid leak from the rubber hose that connects the output from the steering cooler to the return line.

Does anyone know what the ID and OD are for that hose? I don't think that I really need to replace the entire metal house, just the flexible hose section.

I've drawn a really poor circle around the part I want to replace....




Thank you very much!
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I can see mine but can’t reach to measure. Plus you’ll need the diameter too. Luckily it’s easily accessible from the bottom. Just jack up the front end and remove it. Any local parts store should be able to help. Or just buy 6” of various small hoses and try until you find one that fits. Probably only a few dollars per hose.




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Thank you! I hadn't thought of simply buying several pieces of hose! Genius!!!

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Thank you! I hadn't thought of simply buying several pieces of hose! Genius!!!
I’m sensing some sarcasm. Lol
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No!!! I really hadn't thought of that and the simplicity of it made me laugh at myself.

No sarcasm intended. I appreciate your suggestion and will follow it. Had I though of it myself, I wouldn't have needed to post, so again, thank you.

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It's either 5/16 or 3/8, I can't remember which. This is a real common problem, my car needed this when I bought it. Buy a couple of worm drive clamps to replace the originals while you're at it.
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Thank you Sir, I will!

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