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[Date Prev][Date Next][Thread Prev][Thread Next][Date Index][Thread Index] Re: How to disconnect stubborn hose?
On Sat, 22 Feb 1997 17:35:11 -0600 Kyle Chatman <kchatman@mail.coin.missouri.edu> writes: >I'm trying to disconnect the return hydraulic line to the power >steering = >pump on an 83 XJ6 S3 and can't get the sucker to let go. It will >rotate = >through the limited motion available, but will not pull off. I'm >looking = >for a good technique for this or other tight spots. Thanks. >Kyle Chatman >Columbia, MO, USA > I can't tell exactly why you can't get the hose loose, but I'm assuming the problem is the limited range of motion. I took a cheap wrench and cut the shank off short enough to allow me to turn the fitting through an arc large enough to get it off. Mark Anderton 1972 Triumph TR6 (Getting ready for paint) 1984 Jaguar XJ6 (2 ea - some people never learn) 1967 Jaguar XKE 2+2 (latest acquisition) 1966 Morris Minor (everything a car should be) 1971 Land Rover (Farm use) 1967 Daimler V8 Saloon (Be patient! I'm workin' on it) 1958 Velocette MSS (500cc single) 1987 VW Golf GTI (How did that sneak in here?) 1972 Grady White Chesapeake Mercruiser I/O Follow-Ups:
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