Hi,
I wonder if I install my radiator with a common rad hose, or if I step up the project with AN fitting and « beautiful » ho$e.
Someone told me that a AN hose (for radiator) do not stay clean for long. Is it correct ? My concern is the OD (outside diameter) of my scirocco radiator , compare to my thermostat housing OD seem to be slightly different. (Actually, I don’t have the measure, but I will post it ASAP).
With the many fabricators in this forum, I'm sure someone has already done this project (rad hose with AN fitting). Are there advantages and disadvantages vs flexible rad hose ?
Pros :
+ I know a very good place who can weld me a AN fitting on my rad (aluminium) . Not a problem.
+ Will fix my OD difference between rad and thermostat housing
Cons :
- AN fitting are expensive, rubber hose are cheap
- Keep it simple and run it. If it’s not broke, don’t fix it !
If there a post about that, feel free to post it here !