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I don't seem to have a metal ring or sleeve on/in the heater hose. I can compress it with my fingers. I'm going to see if I can compress the hose (wiht tools) to prevent coolant loss. This would be alot easier if the engine wasn't in there, or at least the alternator.
I haven't yet decided where to mount the filter. It could go behind the bumper, or as you did, mounted to the frame. That will be the first step. And I like your idea of routing the hosed before cutting into the heater hose.
I guess I have to fix my wife's VW Vanagon first, then onto the real van!
Mike
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04 E-350 Ext. 6.0L PSD 4.10LS 9700# w/driver
Sportsmobile camper conversion w/penthouse top
140A Alternator. 125W solar panel. Sportsmobile off-road trailer.
72,534 miles. 16.49 mpg average
From Cal to Alaska and Key West and points in between
Salem Kroger coil spring 4wd conversion - 4" lift
05 F350 front axle and aluminum wheels 275/70-18 tires.
46 Gal tank - harpooned pump vent tube.
Scangauge. DieselSite Coolant Filter@72K. Fumoto vavle.
171 days in the shop - not counting the 4wd conversion time - Replaced front springs, 2 injectors, Trans housing, 3rd gear, Reverse planetary assy, Turbo, Alternator, another Alternator, Turbo hose fitting, Block Heater, Door lock, Front axle seals - all under warranty. AC hose, Batteries not under warranty.
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