Another Oil Cooler Line Thread

[t93k2500]

My oil cooler lines are leaking from the crimps for a third time, and I was thinking about making some braided -10 AN lines from Summit. I know the adaptor block is 3/8 npt, but I don't know about the ports on the radiator, and I plan to take the lines to the local hydraulic shop to tell me what size, pitch etc. they are. I recall seeing photos of this done on an external cooler for a 6.5, but I don't remember where or by whom. Thoughts or discussion on this is appreciated.

 

[SAATR]

I would just have the hydraulic shop make the whole line with their hose. I would trust a quality hydraulic hose before Summit's braided lines. Taking the hose with you will allow them to match up the proper O-ring fitting for the radiator end. If nothing else, I've seen them cut specialty ends off an old hose, flare the tubing, and attach it to the hose with a standard flare or JIC fitting. Be sure to specify the 3/8 NPT fitting on the engine end.

 

[IOWNJUNK]

My local NAPA auto parts makes all my hydraulic lines, way cheaper than any generic kit you'll buy.

 

[tscherbi]

Been putting hydraulic lines on lots of gm vehicle's for years. They are a little more expensive then just run of the mill dorman lines but you will never do it again!

 

[t93k2500]

Ended up having hydraulic lines made at the local Omni for $60. Will install on my next day off.