If you think the accordian is bad to replace on a Sprite you should try
it on a Mini. When replacing the bypass I prefer to remove the water
pump rather than the head (water pump gaskets are cheaper than head
gaskets). I have done the roadside repair and it was not much fun
especially on a hot engine, but it is possible to cut out the old hose
and squeeze in the accordian, however if someone has replaced the pipe
out of the head with a longer one it is D**N near impossible.
Regards,
Peter.
>From: Peter <nosimport@mailbag.com>
>Subject: Re: Hose size?
>Is that true? I have BAD memories of trying to get the flexible one
in....
>even boild the b****rd to get it soft. So... the recommended way is
>the pump? or lift the head? It's been awhile. I do remember how the
>antifreeze would run down to the front of the bonnet when I stopped
then
>blow back on the windshield when I drove. The accordian hose wasn't
real
>easy for a "roadside repair". Bad, bad memories.
>Peter C
>Peter Caldwell
>1 very rough Innocenti
>(the Sprite with an accent)
>among other LBCs and 4WDBCs
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