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Old 02-24-2016, 07:50 PM   #35
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Default Re: quality radiator hoses

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Originally Posted by 35fordtn View Post
As Mark stated I have always used Vintique's since they are the hoses everyone sells. If they are stiff I do as he did and put them in boiling water just before installing. It really makes the installation a lot easier. I also put a dab of RTV in the ends as the repro clamps do not always tighten enough to completely on cast surfaces. Funny thing is since they all sell the same hoses it is very easy to see which companies have the highest % markup.
good advice. Anyway, I don;t plan on any long distant trips to Chicago, but only local driving
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