The 1" hose will not flow enough water. The original pipes lasted 18
years. Replace once and they will last another 18 years. They are
readily available although a bit pricey.

Dennis

-----Original Message-----
From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto:vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com] On Behalf
Of Sean Fisher-Rohde
Sent: Thursday, June 27, 2002 6:23 PM
To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM
Subject: radiator hose

The piping on my 84 vanagon is rusting out.  My mechanic suggests that I
fit
it with 1 1/4 inch radiator hose.  My concern is that the hose will be
broken up by any debris that hits it.  Has anyone done this before?  I
called NAPA and the sell the hose in a 50' box for about $180.00.  They
told
me that if I can use a 1" hose the cost will be much cheaper.  Will the
1"
fit?

Any help is appriciated.
Thanks,
Sean

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