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Old_iron · 10-05-2019, 09:47 PM

Trying to install my radiator and the lower hose looks it's going to hit this.... it looks like a clean bend, is this original? I can't see what it is for. Can I just use a BFH and bend it back?

**Pro299** · 10-05-2019, 09:55 PM

It's original. I assume it was for better access to the fuel pump and lines. Maybe someone knows for sure.

**Smitty** · 10-05-2019, 11:05 PM

I used a short length of I think 1/4 or 3/8 inch gas line. Slit it like a hotdog bun and slipped it over this are to prevent chaffing on my lower hose. Have done it this way for years with no issues.

**Smitty** · 10-05-2019, 11:42 PM

Also try tightening hose at the water pump. Then after you get the hose onto the radiator try rotating the hose counterclockwise after snugging up the clamp. This should give you a little elevation from the frame rail. Then completely tighten the clamp to maintain the clearance you have gotten.

Andy4639 · 10-06-2019, 10:30 AM

Factory bend of the frame for clearance.

demian5 · 10-07-2019, 12:49 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Smitty

I used a short length of I think 1/4 or 3/8 inch gas line. Slit it like a hotdog bun and slipped it over this are to prevent chaffing on my lower hose. Have done it this way for years with no issues.

I have done the same thing on mine.

*randy500* · 10-06-2019, 01:42 PM

You have a long water pump on that engine...throw that stuff away and get the right short water pump and accessories.

toolboxchev · 10-07-2019, 01:05 AM

Sometimes they make them a bit longer on one end or the other or even both. Get the correct parts, if needed for the other areas and most work well with a bit of trimming.

weim55 · 10-07-2019, 07:08 PM

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Originally Posted by randy500

You have a long water pump on that engine...throw that stuff away and get the right short water pump and accessories.

This. With the long water pump the Lower hose is moved forward right into that bend in the frame. A correct short water pump would correct the issue. With some sort of protection around hose at the frame you would probably be OK, but it’s going to rub there regardless unless you change the pump.

Steve weim55 Colorado

demian5 · 10-07-2019, 07:29 PM

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Originally Posted by weim55

This. With the long water pump the Lower hose is moved forward right into that bend in the frame. A correct short water pump would correct the issue. With some sort of protection around hose at the frame you would probably be OK, but it’s going to rub there regardless unless you change the pump.

Steve weim55 Colorado

Mine hits it pretty good with a shorty. Maybe an AC radiator with the lower radiator outlet that points upwards more would help.

**special-K** · 10-07-2019, 07:52 AM

I've never had that bend in the frame be an issue on any of my trucks. Try any of the things suggested above. There is a way to do this properly without modification. Slipping the split hose over the frame is a great just in case safeguard.

bs46488 · 10-07-2019, 12:16 PM

Is the hose in backwards? I thought the quick bend went on the radiator side?

I had to trim a few inches off my hose on the water pump side. Then I used that cut off (and a zip tie) to protect that part of the hose from the frame as protection.

10-05-2019, 09:47 PM	#1
Old_iron Registered User Join Date: May 2016 Location: Idaho Posts: 87	I don't think this is original? Trying to install my radiator and the lower hose looks it's going to hit this.... it looks like a clean bend, is this original? I can't see what it is for. Can I just use a BFH and bend it back? Attached Images __________________ 1968 GMC 3/4 Ton 4x4 K20 / 2500 1971 Chevrolet Chevelle Malibu

10-05-2019, 09:55 PM	#2
Pro299 Junior Member Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Huntsville, AL Posts: 75	Re: I don't think this is original? It's original. I assume it was for better access to the fuel pump and lines. Maybe someone knows for sure.

10-05-2019, 11:05 PM	#3
Smitty Senior Member Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Spring Valley, Ca. Posts: 1,109	Re: I don't think this is original? I used a short length of I think 1/4 or 3/8 inch gas line. Slit it like a hotdog bun and slipped it over this are to prevent chaffing on my lower hose. Have done it this way for years with no issues. __________________ Smitty '71 Short Fleetside Spring Valley, Ca.

10-05-2019, 11:42 PM	#4
Smitty Senior Member Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Spring Valley, Ca. Posts: 1,109	Re: I don't think this is original? Also try tightening hose at the water pump. Then after you get the hose onto the radiator try rotating the hose counterclockwise after snugging up the clamp. This should give you a little elevation from the frame rail. Then completely tighten the clamp to maintain the clearance you have gotten. __________________ Smitty '71 Short Fleetside Spring Valley, Ca.

10-06-2019, 10:30 AM	#5
Andy4639 Old member Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Liberty, & Garden City S.C. , U.S. Posts: 19,936	Re: I don't think this is original? Factory bend of the frame for clearance. __________________ 1971 LWB Custom, 6.0LS & 4L80E, Speedhut.com GPS speedometer & gauges with A/C. 20" Boss 338's Grey wheels 4 wheel disc brakes. My Driver Seeing the USA in a 71 Upstate SC GM Truck Club 2013,14 and 2016 Hot Rod Pour Tour http://upstategmtrucks.com/ Get out and drive the truck this summer and have some fun! It sucks not being able to hear! LWB trucks rule, if you don't think so measure your SWB! After talking to tech support at Air Lift I have found out that the kit I need is 60811. Per the measurements I gave them. Ride height of truck inside spring and inside diameter of springs.

10-06-2019, 01:42 PM	#7
randy500 Account Suspended Join Date: Jul 2016 Location: Tacoma, WA Posts: 6,873	Re: I don't think this is original? You have a long water pump on that engine...throw that stuff away and get the right short water pump and accessories.

10-07-2019, 01:05 AM	#8
toolboxchev Registered User Join Date: Jul 2015 Location: 2nd left past the stump on a dirt road. Posts: 2,629	Re: I don't think this is original? Sometimes they make them a bit longer on one end or the other or even both. Get the correct parts, if needed for the other areas and most work well with a bit of trimming.

10-07-2019, 07:52 AM	#11
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,861	Re: I don't think this is original? I've never had that bend in the frame be an issue on any of my trucks. Try any of the things suggested above. There is a way to do this properly without modification. Slipping the split hose over the frame is a great just in case safeguard. __________________ "BUILDING A BETTER WAY TO SERVE THE USA"......67/72......"The New Breed" GMC '67 C1500 Wideside Super Custom SWB: 327/M22/3.42 posi.........."The '67" (project) GMC '72 K2500 Wideside Sierra Custom Camper: 350/TH350/4.10 Power-Lok..."The '72" (rolling) Tim "Don't call me a redneck. I'm a rough cut country gentleman" R.I.P. ~ East Side Low Life ~ El Jay ~ 72BLUZ ~ Fasteddie69 ~ Ron586 ~ 67ChevyRedneck ~ Grumpy Old Man ~

10-07-2019, 12:16 PM	#12
bs46488 Registered User Join Date: May 2014 Location: San Diego, CA Posts: 547	Re: I don't think this is original? Is the hose in backwards? I thought the quick bend went on the radiator side? I had to trim a few inches off my hose on the water pump side. Then I used that cut off (and a zip tie) to protect that part of the hose from the frame as protection. __________________ Project Engine Stand 1972 SWB conversion: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=673914 1970 Nova: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=708161



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