Coolant Hoses

[Warren]

Hi all

I am about to order hoses for the cooling system from Merlins. The diameter of the pipes the hose needs to fit is 38mm. Do I buy 38mm internal diameter hoses or 35mm and force them on?

Cheers
Warren

[STEVE G]

I bought 38mm Samco with wire support in and it sealed on the rad which is 35mm.
Steve G {-}
GE427-Rover 281ci.(300+BHP)

[Warren]

Cheers mate, I can get the order placed now.

Warren

[Dax SC]

Hi
Although I've got a Dax, I used an AK Header Tank as I prefer the look, and yes 38mm Samco hose works great. On the header tank however, there is no ridge at the ends of the pipe to prevent the hoses from slipping off. A tip here is to make cuts at the ends of the pipe appox. 3mm apart, then bend the resultant tags outward to create a lip for added sucurity.
Mark Smith
Dax 383 Chevy Stroker/Tremec TKO
Telford Shropshire