Hi Rob,
I have no concern that you or anyone else would not consider the variables on a specific project they are actually working on. I know it is not a straight line. I cuss each time I have to remove and replace the lower hose when the engine is in the carrier. I have learned that longer than necessary is not good, and a little heat to make the hose more pliable helps. That angle off the bottom radiator outlet heading into a straight water pump inlet is enough to convince us all the offset hose could be just the ticket.
I was writing from the broader view that we need to exercise caution when looking at images only. The image may be limited to the specific area of the lower rad hose.
I have samples of NOS lower rad hose from the former Levys parts stock. They lack a part number inventory tag or other form of identification to show they came from "the system" within CF Supply Depots before being sold off to Levys. They do not have an offset.
Last edited by Michael R.; 09-12-15 at 18:09.
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