mishimoto radiator hose size problem
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mishimoto radiator hose size problem
Just put a Mishimoto radiator in my son's '95 Civic. It fits ok - it is actually a little short so I used a couple of washers to tilt the upper bracket down to fit better. The problem I have is that the lower hose will only go on about 3/4". The upper one went on fine, but the lower one refuses to stretch out enough. I measured the lower pipe on both the old and the Mishimoto radiator and the Mishi is about 1/8" larger. What gives? I have sent an email to Mishimoto but have not heard from them yet.
Did the seller provide the incorrect radiator? is this a factory 'second'? Can I get a metal adapter/reducer to make a good, reliable connection?
Thanks... P.S. - why is his dipstick melting (smoke coming from the top of the tube)?
Did the seller provide the incorrect radiator? is this a factory 'second'? Can I get a metal adapter/reducer to make a good, reliable connection?
Thanks... P.S. - why is his dipstick melting (smoke coming from the top of the tube)?
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Re: mishimoto radiator hose size problem (wambus)
Does anyone have any experience puting a Mishimoto radiator in a Civic unsing the factory hoses?
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Re: mishimoto radiator hose size problem (wambus)
i have a mishimoto radiator in my b16 hatch and all the hoses fit perfectly..you could try using different clamps and not the cheap oem clip ones...not too sure how to help because mine fit perfect
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Which radiator model did you get? The standard D series radiator outlet is 28 mm while the B series outlet is 32 mm. You said about 1/8" which is 3.175 mm, so that sounds about right.
Strange that the upper and lower hoses differ though -- they're the same unless a hose was replaced before. You can try changing the hose and then clamping the larger end down tighter.
Strange that the upper and lower hoses differ though -- they're the same unless a hose was replaced before. You can try changing the hose and then clamping the larger end down tighter.
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Re: mishimoto radiator hose size problem (wambus)
It would be easier touse the b series hoses but if thats not an option you could probably lube the outlet up a little and slip it right on.
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