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Originally Posted by ford38v8
All hose clamps should be installed with the screw facing the most accessible position. This means not only turning the clamp, but flipping top for bottom, depending on location.
Then also, they will all leak until you bring the engine to operating temperature, and only then snug up the clamps. Don't forget to shut off the engine before snugging the clamps!
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I tend to apply Indian Head Shellac to all hose fittings. makes a very good seal and when it's time to remove the hoses, there is no issue...