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76E radiator hose problem?

Posted: 3/14/04 6:27pm Message 1 of 3
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ashfield, MA - USA
Joined: 11/19/2003
Posts: 15
Vette(s): 1976 l48 TT yellow
I got a new lower radiator hose for my 76E at Autozone. The block end fits (1 3/4") but the radiator end doesn't (1 5/8")fit onto the radiator. It's a pita-very tight- but I'm sure the hose is too small. The question is... Am I right? Should the hose be 1 3/4 at both ends? If not, any suggestions on getting it to fit? Where can I get the right hose? John


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76E radiator hose problem?

Posted: 3/15/04 5:52am Message 2 of 3
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I use only Gates hoses. You can get them at NAPA, CarQuest, and O'Rilleys at least.


76E radiator hose problem?

Posted: 3/17/04 6:52am Message 3 of 3
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Cape Coral, FL - USA
Joined: 7/10/2003
Posts: 114
Vette(s): 1979 Black/red L48
Make sure you get the lower hose with the spring inside to prevent the hose from collapsing...



Roy |saluteflag|

|UPDATED|3/17/2004 6:52:53 AM (AZT)|/UPDATED|



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