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Subject:Re: Coolant Hoses, Complete Set -- Remove and Replace
From:Neil N
Date:Mon, 6 Apr 2020 12:02:41 -0700

If I'm thinking of the same tool, I've used that ell shaped pic type
tool and also the simple straight type for this job. You can get a
similar set like this, image link:

https://tinyurl.com/ut7qq35

at Harbour Freight though they're not as high a quality IMO (ones with
orange handles) and maybe not as many types in the set. But maybe they
have a better quality set as well?

I guess that for a newb to this job, a tool with sharp point might run
the risk of damaging the old hose but not likely.

Neil.

On 4/6/20, Alistair Bell <albell@shaw.ca> wrote:

> I’d second Neils  tip. I bent a screwdriver, ell shaped. And sharpened end.
> Can get under the hose lip to break the crud and get the lube under as neil
> says.
>
> I’m pretty sure this kinda tool has a name , escapes me, and can be bought
> .
>
> Alistair

-- 
Neil n

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