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Heater hoses
If I understand correctly, one of the heater hoses has a pre formed bend in it for AC cars, Ames doesn't stock one. Where is the next place to get the correct hose from?
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If you are talking about the heater core hoses there is nothing special about them. No special bends im aware of. The Radiator hose's have a preformed bend but you can get those and the heater core hoses at any real parts store. NAPA for one.
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What he said ^^^^
IIRC, heater hoses were molded up until '70. Only for non A/C cars I believe... Nothing fancy about 71-72, except that originals were ribbed. The smaller hose that goes to the passenger side head is 5/8", and the longer one that goes to the timing cover is 3/4". You can buy it by the foot from any known suppliers. Its more convenient. Problem is that most suppliers list them as 'molded' for 68-72 cars, which is not entirely true. |
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I just bought one from Ames for my 71. Is this a correct part or just an aftermarket part that doesn't or didn't really exist from the factory?
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That's for 68-70 cars. (P131, P131B).
71-72 you need the non-molded, ribbed hoses. (P131K, P132) |
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Thanks for that info. I'll just buy local then.
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