> Q: Do I need the special hose or can I get by with straight hose?
> I'm guessing the original has a "bellows" shape to allow for the engine
> rocking under torque stresses or maybe just for expansion room but is it
> necessary? Will I be putting undue strain on my radiator with
> straight hose
> from the local NAPA dealer?
Rod, using straight hose (or even cut-down corrugated hose) will lead to a
cracked radiator on a TR3, I see no reason a TR4A would be different ...
However, don't expect the modern replacements to last nearly as long !
Randall
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