defrost hose problem
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Mountain Pass
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From: essex, CT
defrost hose problem
Today is my day for questions.
Trying to replace the defrost hose on my '52 F1
I have tried to source defrost heater hose from a couple of vendors.
However, I can't get the bloody hoses on, it seems as if they are the same diameter as the defrost "tube".
Any suggestions????????????
Trying to replace the defrost hose on my '52 F1
I have tried to source defrost heater hose from a couple of vendors.
However, I can't get the bloody hoses on, it seems as if they are the same diameter as the defrost "tube".
Any suggestions????????????
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From: Lovely Hueytown Alabama
check with a/c and heating supply houses, there ae several different sizes, you could buy one a little larger and cinch it down with a zip tie... Mine are plastic over a wire spiral ... I wonder if you could heat it a little to get it to expand enough to slip it on... ain't if fun under the dash
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Mountain Pass
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From: essex, CT
Thanks, however the hose I have is a traditional style hose used back in '52. It is a cloth type with wire, putting a little heat to it , would most likely cause me to have to call the insurance company about fire damage.
Trying to source out the right stuff to keep the truck somewhat 'original'.
Trying to source out the right stuff to keep the truck somewhat 'original'.
Tuned
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From: washington
I just did this last week, the heater output side had some small slots that I was able to bend inward a fuzz to assist in the hose actually fitting. I used the 2 inch cloth wire stuff from DC.
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From: Pt.St.Lucie , Fla.
OF course I have the correct OEM style 1 3/4" ID defrost hose . The company that sells it will only sell it in 25 ft. lengths .
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From: essex, CT
Will have to go back into my files to provide a response.
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