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Topic: power steering hose fittings

in Forum: C3 Engines, Driveline and Handling


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power steering hose fittings

Posted: 9/21/04 2:15pm Message 1 of 3
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apasbigal
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goldens bridge, NY - USA
Joined: 11/3/2003
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Vette(s): 1972 T-Top 350 auto, matching numbers,Blue, ac
Putting in all new hoses, valve and cylinderon the 72.
Should I put teflon tape on hose fittings or run them in bare ?
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Al



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power steering hose fittings

Posted: 9/21/04 2:49pm Message 2 of 3
After Shark
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Portland, TN - USA
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Vette(s): 1972 Coupe Anything, but Stock and more mods to come! SSBC Force 10 Brakes, 3.73, TH350, 355 CID, Rack and Pinion, Vette Brakes suspension front and rear.
Bare, No teflon. The teflon tape will prevent the fitting from fully tightening into the seat.

FYI I believe those ends should have a JIC end on them, but I would have to look at mine to verify.


power steering hose fittings

Posted: 9/21/04 2:57pm Message 3 of 3
82collectorshark
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Vette(s): 1982 COLLECTOR EDITION
I agree. Teflon tape or pipe dope on non-seating fittings only (i.e. pipe threads). |thumb|



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