Oil cooler restrictor?

Discussion in 'Technical' started by Josh Cool, Feb 1, 2019.

  1. Josh Cool

    Josh Cool Member

    I replaced the hoses on my oil cooler but could only push the restrictor in the new hose about 1.5 cm. Would this matter if i just just plugged it onto the inlet tube on the cooler like this or does it need to be further down like they are on oem hoses? If so does anyone have an idea how to get the mongrel thing in there?

    Cheers :cool:
     
  2. Shane001

    Shane001 Well-Known Member

    Shouldn't matter. As long as you have it in the right hose.
     
  3. Josh Cool

    Josh Cool Member

    Didnt think it would, I might have to try push it down a bit further anyway tho, to give the clamp a good grip on the inlet :(
     
  4. Shane001

    Shane001 Well-Known Member

    Yeah you probably want it an inch or so from the barb. See if you can pull it out, lube it up with some oil and push back in.
     
  5. Josh Cool

    Josh Cool Member

    I lubed it up with grease and oil, just think the hose is too good for it - thick and no stretch
     
  6. ryzan

    ryzan Moderator Staff Member

    Tried using a heat gun to soften the hose up a bit at the same time? I remember having to swap the restrictor over once and it was a pain.
     
  7. Josh Cool

    Josh Cool Member

    Not a bad idea, ill give it a go
     

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