Absolutely!! That is a restrictor and without it your system will wail like a banshee! It's gotta be there. BTDT!! John
On 5/12/2013 3:23 PM, Gene P wrote: > On an 87 Wolfsburg hardtop... > I'm replacing steering rack and pump and have found a local shop that > will rebuild hoses. Question: With protective sleeve pulled off, the > pump to pipe hose has a metal connector about midway between the end > fittings. What's it for? Does it need to be built in to a new hose? > > Thanks y'all, > gp > |
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