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Spring clip bottom rad hose - SKoob - 15-09-2013
Hi all, I recently fitted a new nissens rad to my ph1 6, had to get a spring clip type bottom hose to replace my bayonet type hose. Fitted it and was fine for 2 weeks, it has now popped off and lost all my coolant
I'm thinking this might be down to how I fitted it so just want to be certain, anyone got any pics of theirs fitted? How far in should the hose go? How should the spring clip fit in? Or is it just a shite design?
RE: Spring clip bottom rad hose - lewisdmz - 15-09-2013
I can't remember the exact design but make sure the recesses in the hose line up with the bits in the radiator so the C clip can properly lock it in place. You might need to bend the tabs on the hose out a little more.
RE: Spring clip bottom rad hose - Niall - 15-09-2013
The hose will push in until the metal flange is touching the radiator. Push it in as far as possible (should be some resistance. If not, you need a new hose seal) and put the clip in and make sure all 3 flat sides are in the recesses in the radiator.
RE: Spring clip bottom rad hose - Jenkosowls - 15-09-2013
Wd40 or fairy liquid slides on with ease
RE: Spring clip bottom rad hose - SKoob - 16-09-2013
Just got in from sorting this out, ended up taking bumper off so I could see what was going on all the way round. Hopefully its going to stay put this time
RE: Spring clip bottom rad hose - bitwrx - 17-09-2013
I found a bit of silicone grease on the seal realy helped sliding it in (giggity). Oil based lubes probably not the best idea as it may eat the rubber.