> The thermostat is at the engine end of the LOWER rad hose. Is the leak from
> the join between the two housing halves, or is it at the hose end? >
> Anyway, replace BOTH rad hoses, not just the one. Use some fine emery cloth
> to clean the housing stub of any corrosion. And use a bit of coolant (or
> spit) as a lube to help the new hose slip on.
>
> Re-use the OEM clamps. They prevent you from wrecking the new hoses, which
> just about everybody does when using aftermarket screw-type clamps (just a
> leeetle tighter...).
>
> The lower hose is best replaced by first removing the rad from the car. >
> --
> Tegger
>
Thanks for the advice; assumed that the upper hose went into the t- stat housing. The leak is at the hose end, so am assuming it is the hose.
Best,
CT