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  • June 27, 2015 at 7:30 am #667900
    GeorgeGeorge
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      I’m in the process of installing a new set of radiator hoses and am fighting to get the lower one onto the engine side. Does anyone know if there is some kind of lubricant that I could use to help the hose go on easier? I heard people use WD40 but I’m not sure if this is good for the hose. I also heard that vasoline isn’t good as it is a petroleum product. Any suggestions would make my life easier. Thanks.

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    • June 27, 2015 at 7:51 am #667902
      Andrew PhillipsAndrew Phillips
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        Silicone spray is what I use. Armor-all contains silicone emulsions so that could be an option. Vegetable glycerin also works. No petroleum products, because they degrade the rubber.

        June 27, 2015 at 8:24 am #667904
        GeorgeGeorge
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          Thanks a bunch for your advice! Should be a piece of cake to finish this job up now.

          June 27, 2015 at 3:50 pm #667924
          EricTheCarGuy 1EricTheCarGuy
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            +1 on silicone spray. I use it quite often when installing rubber parts.

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