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Old 08-25-2018, 06:38 AM   #1
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Coolant Tank Replacement

has anyone cut the hose from the coolant reservoir and used a hose connector to fit a new tank ?
worried about getting access to the aircraft fitting in the engine bay

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Old 08-25-2018, 08:16 AM   #2
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has anyone cut the hose from the coolant reservoir and used a hose connector to fit a new tank ?
worried about getting access to the aircraft fitting in the engine bay

KT

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You don't have cut any of the hoses, but you DO need to use yue right tool...

http://fransindopratama.com/products/read/index/27/203/remote-hose-clamp-pliers-ken5031970k.html
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Old 08-25-2018, 08:45 AM   #3
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Great
Thanks for the heads up
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Old 08-25-2018, 09:45 AM   #4
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I mostly followed this DIY and it went much easier than expected.
DIY Coolant Tank Replacement in Under 2 Hours
Here are the tools I used along with how I cut the old tank.

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