V8 Question In general, Hoses Options

[skline]

Ok, I just got in and fired it up, it was running fine and when I went to accelerate, the hose popped off the water pump and dumped a bunch of antifreeze. I know I had them all very tight. does this happen a lot? If it does, how can I make it so it doesnt to mine? Its a stock Renegade pump. This SUCKS!!! Antifreeze all over my garage floor, which is carpeted by the way.

[dmenche914]

I'd try one of the tricks suggested in improving the hose mounting, like the brazed wire,(use wire of at least 1/8" dia wraped all away around ) barbed, or threaded fittings, (however threads can seep pressure so use a sealant also) etc.... rather than trying to reduce pressure.

I reliable hose attachment is paramount in importance. A newly installed hose should be made to stay on even if hose is bulging! This can only be achieved with use of a substantial ridge in front of the hose clamps (use at least two clamps).


use extreme care if any hoses are in the cockpit, or under the front cowl, where a leak can burn someone. Avoid this routing if at all possible, else install shields,a nd make bullet proof fittings. personnel experinece here. Scalding hot antifreeze pouring on the feet at the pedel cluster while on the freeway, Ouch!!!!


dave