<VV> FC trans Cooler Hoses

[Andy Clark]

Everett, get oil-rated hose. Fuel hose will not stand up to oil and will
gradually turn to mush..
Andy Clark
Camano Island, WA.
66 140/4 Monza Sedan
66 140/4 Stinger Clone
66 180/4 Cord 8/10 #60
----- Original Message ----- 
From: "EVERETT WILSON"
Sent: Friday, January 20, 2006 1:54 PM
Subject: <VV> FC trans Cooler Hoses


> Sprung a leak in the Greenbrier a couple of days ago,
> tacked down to trans oil cooler (red stuff on
> floor-not my blood for once) and worked on it last
> night.  The old hoses were greasy mush and were
> seeping under the clamps.  Replaced with 3/8 fuel line
> which is holding nicely, but then it occurred to me
> that there could be lots of pressure there.  Any ideas
> how much?  Do I need to get a stronger hose for this
> application?  The hose I got says "Not for Fuel
> Injection" which is what got the sleepy brain started.
>
> The old hoses are pretty much bereft of markings that
> I can see, but do seem to have more reinforcing fabric
> in them.
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>
> Everett Wilson
> North Richland Hills TX