I removed these inserts as they seemed to allow the hoses to slip off. I probably need this kit for a long term fix but until then I have double clamped the hoses with the clamps in opposite directions to help hold the hoses securely. David Clarkson 90 Westy (264, 000 mi.)
-----Original Message----- From: Jim Johnston <inmytree1@GMAIL.COM> To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM Sent: Mon, 23 Mar 2009 2:59 pm Subject: Re: Coolant pipe *REPAIR* kit, was: Coolant pipe kit and distributor kit from GoWesty
here you go: http://www.gowesty.com/ec_view_details.php?id=3643&category_id=334&category_parent_id=
On Mon, Mar 23, 2009 at 2:53 PM, Allan Streib <streib@cs.indiana.edu> wrote: > > On Mon, 23 Mar 2009 14:40 -0400, "Jim Johnston" <inmytree1@GMAIL.COM> > wrote: > > > I can vouch for the Go Westy Brass Insert kit. I installed this kit a > > couple years ago. I'm in process of putting Subaru 2.2 in my 1991 GL. I > > pulled the hoses and inspected the plastic pipes. They look great. No > > rusting, no protruding steel inserts. Life is good... > > Does the Bentley have an illustration of these inserts? I'm having trouble > visualizing what you all are talking about. Are they just sleeves that fit > into the ends of the plastic tubes to reinforce them at the clamping points? > Why do they slide out? > > Allan > -- > 1991 Vanagon GL > >
-- Jim Wilmington, NC |
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