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Jakno · 04-08-2015, 09:04 AM

Have installed a 1946 59A engine in my 35 pickup and am in the process of connecting up the radiator and hoses. As you can see in the picture the bottom radiator outlet pipes are pointing upwards and not lined up with the openings on the 59A block. since the length of the hose will only be approx. 5" I,m concerned about this connection and leaks.

Has anyone experienced this problem ?. Thanks

Lawson Cox · 04-08-2015, 09:49 AM

Bend the hose. Maybe soak in hot water before trying. Shouldn't really be a problem.

nelsb01 · 04-08-2015, 06:28 PM

Otherwise make a ruff drawing of the curves needed and head to the parts store. You will be surprised how many modern hoses will be what you need -- all you have to do is cut off the part of the modern hose that you don't need.

BlueSunoco · 04-08-2015, 07:18 PM

Similar set up in our '36 pickup. 59AB flattie fits snug but do-able. Sorry I had those hoses off about 5 years ago when I changed the water pump inner bolts to SS, don't recall the hose numbers and the truck is not home tonite will send them to you next time I get over to the garage PU is resting in

Jakno · 04-08-2015, 07:25 PM

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Thanks Blue Sonoco. If you don't mind sending the #'s when you can.

04-08-2015, 09:49 AM	#2
Lawson Cox Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Above the gnat line in Georgia Posts: 7,082	Re: 35 P.U,Bottom radiator hose fit Bend the hose. Maybe soak in hot water before trying. Shouldn't really be a problem. __________________ Life is like a roll of toilet paper. The closer to the end, the faster it goes. It is better to be seen, than viewed. "We sleep safe in our beds because rough men stand ready in the night to visit violence on those who would do us harm".

04-08-2015, 06:28 PM	#3
nelsb01 Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Up North Posts: 777	Re: 35 P.U,Bottom radiator hose fit Otherwise make a ruff drawing of the curves needed and head to the parts store. You will be surprised how many modern hoses will be what you need -- all you have to do is cut off the part of the modern hose that you don't need.

04-08-2015, 07:18 PM	#4
BlueSunoco Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2013 Location: Windy City Posts: 1,003	Re: 35 P.U,Bottom radiator hose fit Similar set up in our '36 pickup. 59AB flattie fits snug but do-able. Sorry I had those hoses off about 5 years ago when I changed the water pump inner bolts to SS, don't recall the hose numbers and the truck is not home tonite will send them to you next time I get over to the garage PU is resting in

04-08-2015, 07:25 PM	#5
Jakno Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2014 Location: Maine Posts: 325	Re: 35 P.U,Bottom radiator hose fit Sponsored Links (Register now to hide all advertisements) Thanks Blue Sonoco. If you don't mind sending the #'s when you can. __________________ Lineman, the only dumb animal that can harness himself !!