Radiator hose fabrication

[Lenie]

I'd like to build my own radiator hose and would like to know the suggested type and size of metal tubing to purchase and where. Any Ideas, suggestions or build tips would be appreciated.
Thanks ahead of time.
Lenie

[pokey64]

I've been contemplating this as well. I have 1 1/2" sanitary stainless tubing and fittings available to me. I'm not a fan of the flexible hose options and want something nicer than rubber. I have not done any research if that size is right yet. I'm interested in what other would suggest as well.

[ErikLS2]

I'm doing mine with AN fittings and hose, I ordered my radiator with AN fittings on it and I'm setting up my water pump with stuff from these guys: http://myworld.ebay.com/ebaymotors/custombuiltmotors/

Rodger from Ironworks is an XRP dealer and hooking me up with the stuff for the plumbing. Goodridge has some cool ends too in black/brushed and a hose with corrugated Teflon liner (XRP does too). It will last forever and never leak. It's not the cheapest route but it looks awesome.

[Lenie]

Can someone chime in with the recommended size of tubing to use? I'm anxious to get started Look how old my build thread is LOL, how much of a hurry am I really in.

[Vegas69]

Whatever factory ID is would be my choice.

[HotRod68Camaro]

I would check out the Supra forums, that's what a lot of those guys do with their radiator hoses.

[GregWeld]

Originally Posted by Lenie

I'd like to build my own radiator hose and would like to know the suggested type and size of metal tubing to purchase and where. Any Ideas, suggestions or build tips would be appreciated.
Thanks ahead of time.
Lenie

Lenie --

Tim Bruning has a lead on absolutely MARVELOUS perfectly round heavy gauge SS tubing. It's a food grade so it's even polished on the inside! My headers and exhaust on the '32 is made out of it. The key to this tubing is that no matter where you cut in a bend... the cuts match since there is no distortion.

I tried to find a link to the supplier but couldn't find it.

If you don't have a way to contact him - call me and I'll get you two in touch.

[Lenie]

Originally Posted by GregWeld

Lenie --

Tim Bruning has a lead on absolutely MARVELOUS perfectly round heavy gauge SS tubing. It's a food grade so it's even polished on the inside! My headers and exhaust on the '32 is made out of it. The key to this tubing is that no matter where you cut in a bend... the cuts match since there is no distortion.

I tried to find a link to the supplier but couldn't find it.

If you don't have a way to contact him - call me and I'll get you two in touch.

Perfect, thanks Greg, I'll give Tim a call.

[GregWeld]

Dude!

Just step up and order one of these bad boys!

http://vansantent.com/bead_tool_electric.htm

[Lenie]

Originally Posted by GregWeld

Dude!

Just step up and order one of these bad boys!

http://vansantent.com/bead_tool_electric.htm

Mmmmm I could afford the lube, it's a universal tool