Jim Algar wrote:
>
> Can the bypass hose between the water pump and underside of the
> thermostat housing
> (1275cc engine, Sprite Mk.IV) be changed with those components in place,
Yes, and DO NOT use that accordian hose unless you want to replace it
regularly, very regularly, monthly most likely.
Cut a piece of 1/2" heater hose a bit short of the space between the
head and w/pump. Position the hose clamps on the hose, grease up the
inside of the hose with neverseize or something similar, with a bit of
finesse you should be able to slide the new hose down low enough to
clear the head pipe then slide it up.
I do it all the time.
Start with a hunk of hose and trim it by 1/4" untill you get it to fit.
Good luck
--
Frank
"Drive it Like You Stole it"
http://www.exit109.com/~spritenut/
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