Hose IS just fine if you use the correct hose.  See my previous message.

On 2012-10-18, at 11:46 AM, Automatic digest processor <LISTSERV@GERRY.VANAGON.COM> wrote:

> I've been wondering this too.  Why not run regular 'cheap and plentiful'
> radiator hose all the way up and back?
> 
> Yes, I know pipes are available.  But wouldn't hose do just fine?

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