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Old 01-28-2009 | 11:03 PM
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What is your preferred size of hose? 5/8? 1/2? 9/16?

I would setup a poll but just list which one you used and why.

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Old 01-29-2009 | 08:58 AM
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well, i highly suggest not using 3/4...i may find when doing the install that its a bitch, but the 1/2 is way too small, and the 5/8 seems to be perfect with a little bit of clearance but snug fit.
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^^ Bingo!^^ 5/8" is perfect!
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5/8" is what I used.....takes a little bit of coaxing to place it between the 1st and 2nd coil....use some lubricate to make it slide a bit easier for you.
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I don't think this is the correct website...

But it really just depends on your personal preferences. Some people like their hose to be a little bit thicker. Or some even like different color hose.
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get ready for the traction loss
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well i just finished friday night/sat morning...ill post pics later. def would use 5/8"...it got on without any lube but took two of us to get the hose completely around one coil.
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They are crappy pics but all I could get for a quick shot....

what you think?
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looks pretty good , but damn that thing must'a been set'n high!!



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