In a message dated 2/29/04 5:13:03 PM, rcharrette@HOTMAIL.COM writes:

<< . . .So I was thinking about just cutting through it at the leak and
slipping a rubber hose (radiator hose) in between to rejoin it. 2 Question are: I
this a good Idea? I don't see why not myself. Also, what diameter hose do I
need to get? >>

Once you cut the coolant pipe you'll know the diameter.  Anyway, I THINK it
is 32 mm (approximately 1 1/4").  One thing to keep in mind: a metal bushing is
inserted into the ends of the plastic coolant lines where the rubber hoses
attach.  I don't know how this will effect your planned repair, but I do know
that whenever a joint in plastic tubing is made with a compression fitting a
metal bushing is required.

George