Hello,
As I have started pulling all the cooling circuit hoses in preparation for installing a full silicone hose set, I notices that in many areas the ends of the metal coolant tubes are almost or actually in contact with each other at both ends between runs. For example at the lower right radiator connection, and the left rear under body connection. There doesn't seem to be a lot of clearance by design, but I wonder if I have some funky aftermarket parts installed. Does anyone have tips on optimal end to end alignment of the system? The joint just in front of the engine on the left is interfering so badly that the rubber was bowed down 4" below the floor, in danger of being hit by speed bumps.
Also- for the metal pipes that run above the fuel tank closeout, there doesn't seem to be (per the IPC) any retention behind that panel, yet the pipes are rigidly held in position with the rubber joints removed at both ends. Any insight as to what is above there holding the pipes in place?
Thanks,
Ken