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Mikey's68 · 09-10-2011, 03:01 PM

I have a 283 located setback to the rear position in my 68. Problem is the standard radiator top hose(24 inch long) is too short to reach. Any suggestions out there or apps that might work on my setup? Thanks Guys

landsurvey1 · 09-10-2011, 05:21 PM

Try a website called coolflex.com. I have the red hoses on mine and it looks pretty sharp. Life time warranty and you can cut them to fit. Longest top radiator hose is 3 ft I think.

Mikey's68 · 09-10-2011, 05:24 PM

Thanks! I look them up!

rsavage · 09-10-2011, 08:32 PM

You might want to use a 4X4 set up which has a metal pipe and two shorter straight hoses for the end.

Andy4639 · 09-10-2011, 10:22 PM

Do like me make a line out of aluminuim and cut a old hose up to mount with.

Mikey's68 · 09-11-2011, 12:44 AM

That's something i would of never thought of! Great idea! Thanks

Mikey's68 · 09-11-2011, 12:45 AM

Thanks alot!

FLEET72 · 09-11-2011, 01:24 AM

'72 with a 350. My motor is mounted to the rear as well so I know it works.

I like the look of Andy's better though.

Mikey's68 · 09-12-2011, 11:40 PM

My problem is i have the oil filler tube (which i want to keep) in front and the water neck is facing forward towards the radiator!

Andy4639 · 09-13-2011, 12:19 AM

Go buy a swevil TPI one. They move the connection off to the side.

OJ1988 · 09-13-2011, 07:32 AM

See my 250-350 swap thread.

I used an upper hose for a 76 chevelle.
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09-10-2011, 03:01 PM	#1
Mikey's68 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Lockeford, Ca Posts: 29	Radiator Hose Question I have a 283 located setback to the rear position in my 68. Problem is the standard radiator top hose(24 inch long) is too short to reach. Any suggestions out there or apps that might work on my setup? Thanks Guys

09-10-2011, 05:21 PM	#2
landsurvey1 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Arizona Posts: 404	Re: Radiator Hose Question Try a website called coolflex.com. I have the red hoses on mine and it looks pretty sharp. Life time warranty and you can cut them to fit. Longest top radiator hose is 3 ft I think.

09-10-2011, 05:24 PM	#3
Mikey's68 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Lockeford, Ca Posts: 29	Re: Radiator Hose Question Thanks! I look them up!

09-10-2011, 08:32 PM	#4
rsavage Registered User Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Alden NY Posts: 2,705	Re: Radiator Hose Question You might want to use a 4X4 set up which has a metal pipe and two shorter straight hoses for the end. __________________ 1961 C1 Corvette 1959 El Camino 350 TPI, 9" 4 w disc 69 Blazer K5 - sold July '20 2021 Durango RT 5.7

09-10-2011, 10:22 PM	#5
Andy4639 Old member Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Liberty, & Garden City S.C. , U.S. Posts: 19,945	Re: Radiator Hose Question Do like me make a line out of aluminuim and cut a old hose up to mount with. __________________ 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.

09-11-2011, 12:44 AM	#6
Mikey's68 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Lockeford, Ca Posts: 29	Re: Radiator Hose Question That's something i would of never thought of! Great idea! Thanks

09-11-2011, 12:45 AM	#7
Mikey's68 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Lockeford, Ca Posts: 29	Re: Radiator Hose Question Thanks alot!

09-11-2011, 01:24 AM	#8
FLEET72 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Sonoma, CA Posts: 521	Re: Radiator Hose Question '72 with a 350. My motor is mounted to the rear as well so I know it works. I like the look of Andy's better though. __________________ Oscar '72 Shortbed Fleetside '95 Jimmy 4X4 '69 GMC Custom Camper

09-12-2011, 11:40 PM	#9
Mikey's68 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Lockeford, Ca Posts: 29	Re: Radiator Hose Question My problem is i have the oil filler tube (which i want to keep) in front and the water neck is facing forward towards the radiator!

09-13-2011, 12:19 AM	#10
Andy4639 Old member Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Liberty, & Garden City S.C. , U.S. Posts: 19,945	Re: Radiator Hose Question Go buy a swevil TPI one. They move the connection off to the side. __________________ 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.

09-13-2011, 07:32 AM	#11
OJ1988 Just a car guy Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: New Washington, IN Posts: 991	Re: Radiator Hose Question See my 250-350 swap thread. I used an upper hose for a 76 chevelle. Posted via Mobile Device __________________ 1955 belair Blown Pro Street cruiser 1971 Camaro Pro Touring 1973 Vega Drag Car 1970 C20 tow rig



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