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Old 10-09-2023, 03:39 PM   #12
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Default Re: radiator fan 40/41 pickup ID

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Originally Posted by joel View Post
Thanks to everyone who commented. I should have looked at the fan closer before installing it. I probably needed to trim the hoses anyway. New hoses are on the way and I picked up antifreeze today also.
Get yourself a small bottle of Indian Head Shellac (about $3.50) at Napa. Place it on the inside of the hose at each connection and allow it get tacky before installing the hose.
You'll be amazed at how well this stuff helps to seal and hold the hose in place. When and if you need to replace a hose, it breaks free rather easily.
One of those "old time" chemicals and "tricks" that actually work.
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