In a message dated 07/07/2009 12:06:23 A.M. Eastern Daylight Time,
LISTSERV@GERRY.VANAGON.COM writes:

        Yes, this is a common  problem with the newer style coolant hoses
available.  You need the old  original style that is stiffer.  Where to find
it is the problem.   Maybe someone here will have the answer.

>>>>>I having trouble replacing the short coolant  line that feeds from the
plastic distribution unit (pass side) to the last  opening on the bleeder
rail that encircles the engine compartment - doing a  180 deg turn. This line
is only 4"-5" long and when I bend a length of coolant  line, it nearly
collapses on itself due to the tight bend. I also tried 7mm  fuel line and it
was slightly better. I longer length of line does not work  any better.<<<<<<

Cheers,

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Almonte, Ontario, Canada
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