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Old 02-23-2020, 04:28 PM   #27
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Default Re: new bottom radiator hose leaking

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Originally Posted by Clem Clement View Post
Yellow stripe.

It is a straight shot from the bottom of the rad to the water pump. I need to bend/squeeze the hose to get it on.

I'm using uses A12 clamps. I see no reason for the leakage. The hose seems a little loose, so maybe it is wrinkling under the clamp. Could the WD 40 have caused the hose to swell between installing time and tightening time? I'd like to know what I did wrong before I proceed.
Clem, I doubt the WD40 caused any issues. You didn't soak the hoses in it - did you?
I tend to boil the hose to make it more pliable and get it in place before it cools off. Also, I'll say it again... INDIAN HEAD SHELLAC. Trust me on this Clem.
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