Re: Charge Trouble

Posted by HH56 On 2009/1/11 15:50:27

IIRC the fittings are a combination of crimp, flange & solder where it mounts to the cooler body. Generally, that area is OK. The part that slides into the hose is what deteriorates to the point a new hose might not help or when you remove the old, half the fitting that's left will come with it and not leave enough to clamp onto. You MIGHT find an old time radiator shop that can braze on a new piece or perhaps reinforce what is left. I believe there has been mixed success -- most just try to find one in better shape. Another area that is prone to the same problem is the thermostat housing bolted on head--at least those are being reproduced.