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Old 12-12-2020, 09:08 AM
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I've done some searching but haven't really found what I'm looking for yet. I'm swapping a 5.3 L33 into my 65 nova 4 door. I'm using all of the truck accessories on the engine and am using an f-body radiator and fans for cooling. I should be able to find something for the lower hose but the upper is looking pretty tough since it pretty much makes a 180. Has anyone been able to find an upper hose that works with an f-body radiator and a truck water pump? If I can't find one, I suppose I can always use one of those flexible stainless hoses. Thanks for any help or advice!
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Have you tried a hose off a truck? They make that hard loop back and the radiator outlets should be close to the same location on both radiators I would think?
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Originally Posted by ls1nova71
Have you tried a hose off a truck? They make that hard loop back and the radiator outlets should be close to the same location on both radiators I would think?
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Truck top hoses are very adaptable with plenty of length and curves.
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Awesome! Thanks for the help. I can't believe I didn't think of that. I'll give it a try
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Upper truck hose. They may not look the best...but they sure get the job done...


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