Hi All,
Got a new one that I can't keep to myself. I learned something today, I
know mark the calendar throw the parade, my dad is probably saying it's
about time. I checked the bypass hose while I had the engine out and it
was toast. Now my engine is still fairly new, under three years since I
overhauled it. It was ready to break, so Check them hoses, it is not a
hose you want to replace along the side of the road.
On to what I learned. There is a new material out there for heater
hoses. Silicone hoses are used on the big trucks. My mechanic friend
told me about it, and it will outlast me is what I have been told. It
is rather expensive, $5 for 6", but if it never goes bad then well worth
the purchase price. I'm trying this now on Puddles and I know it is
before I have tested the product, I won't be around long enough to wait
that long. It needs a special clamp with a inner band and is available
from Napa Auto.
Cheers
Rick
BTW Puddles now has a rebuilt 5-speed sett'n in the bay, Not quite
ready to drive but with any luck will be on the road this weekend.
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