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Old 06-09-2018, 12:05 PM   #8
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Default Re: 35 ford radiator hoses too stiff.

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Originally Posted by Step-down View Post
Just today same issue on my AV8 . Had the hardest time trying to get hose clamp snug so pipe wouldn't leak ....
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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