TB removal and then some!!!

[Roadster]

So taking a suggestion from Jerry to use a 6 point socket or box wrench to remove the oil hose connectors.... I ordered 2 sockets from Amazon....assuming they were metric....I ordered a 28mm and and
29mm 6 point sockets....finally got them this AM....(first set got lost)....
Now this may be common knowledge too many.......the 28mm is too small and the 29mm fits....but not 100% snug fit.....tried the 29mm and just didn't feel right....sprayed down the connectors with PB Blast and then used a 1 1/8" 12 point socket and a 12 point 1 1/8" box wrench (I don't have 6 points in that size)....they both fit perfect and 100% snug....no movement....
So with my trusty hammer....broke both loose and removed...
Again....may be common knowledge...but for those attempting this for the first time....hope this helps...
The following pics show the tools used and I tried to take close ups of how the connector fits in both sockets...
First pic....what I used...
Second pic....the 29mm 6 pt socket...
Third pic....the 11/8" 12 pt socket....20190902_123617.jpg20190902_123945.jpg20190902_124004.jpg

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[A26B]

A word to the wise regarding installation of the new fittings; If you use teflon tape, that's OK, BUT teflon significantly reduces the friction of the interference fit of tapered pipe threads. Do not overtighten as it WILL crack the Oil Filter Housing. I have used it for decades and will continue, but you have to know when to quit tightening, especially when screwing large fittings into aluminum castings.

Loctite 565, recommended, is a paste sealant that works well. It is much like a good plumbers thread dope which can also be used. Not quite as slippery as teflon so maybe a bit safer to work with.

[Roadster]

Originally Posted by A26B

A word to the wise regarding installation of the new fittings; If you use teflon tape, that's OK, BUT teflon significantly reduces the friction of the interference fit of tapered pipe threads. Do not overtighten as it WILL crack the Oil Filter Housing. I have used it for decades and will continue, but you have to know when to quit tightening, especially when screwing large fittings into aluminum castings.

Loctite 565, recommended, is a paste sealant that works well. It is much like a good plumbers thread dope which can also be used. Not quite as slippery as teflon so maybe a bit safer to work with.

Thanks for the tips Jerry.....I am still a little ways from completing the job....still going to remove the radiator....replace the hoses and clean the front of the engine as much as possible....I'll pick up the Loctite 565 or the plumbers thread dope....

[Roadster]

More progress today....radiator drained....coolant crossover pipe removed....accumulator and main AC hose set also removed. ..
Stand corrected somewhat on the coolant hose replacements that I have....did a trial fit and they will fit over the pipes....but still appear to be a tad shorter....may just go to the store and see if they can match 2 90* hoses and then I'll cut them to fit....
Also may be common knowledge....but we all know what it's like to remove hoses from the pipes....I spread the hose a little to shoot some PB Blaster inside and work it around.....hose slides off without cutting....
Some pics ...20190905_150007.jpg20190905_150201.jpg20190905_150206.jpg20190905_151450.jpeg

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[Roadster]

The coolant pipe hoses . .20190905_151634.jpg20190905_151646.jpg20190905_151728.jpg20190905_151733.jpg

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[Roadster]

Amount of Pag oil from my accumulator.....so looks like the evaporator may also be somewhat dry...since the new compressor has 4.1 oz from the factory...and our system requires 8 oz give or take a
.10 .....looks like I'll be adding about 3.8 oz to the new accumulator during the rebuild...which will give me 7.9 oz in the system....[emoji16]20190905_220400.jpeg

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[Roadster]

Call around to a few hydraulic hose companies today and even went to see one....apparently no one does automotive lines....as they don't have the ability to crimp the hoses to the tubing....I have one other company to check out....otherwise I will just reuse what I have....my concern was with this one crimp that was worn down from resting again the pipe...blew compressed air through....although not pressurized....and no leaks that can be determined....they are Goodyear USA made hoses and even with the one spot that is worn....still look to be in decent shape...just did a slight cleanup....and will do a respray...and they should do the job...20190906_105357.jpeg20190906_105429.jpeg

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[Roadster]

Success.....radiator out....fans next...will get the radiator pressure tested....
I imagine these lower rubber radiator supports are standard C4....are they still available???20190906_175058.jpg20190906_175114.jpg20190906_175136.jpg20190906_175150.jpg

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[Mystic ZR-1]

Tom
Not trying to spend your money, but....
Now’s the time to install an all aluminum radiator.
Do you really trust the 25 year old plastic tanks on the original???
Even if it passes a leak test?

[Roadster]

Originally Posted by Mystic ZR-1

Tom
Not trying to spend your money, but....
Now’s the time to install an all aluminum radiator.
Do you really trust the 25 year old plastic tanks on the original???
Even if it passes a leak test?

I hear you Doug....if I do get one....I want to get one that fits like the original....I don't want to do any fab work....the radiator guy I use is very good....I wait and see what he says...
But that will have to wait for another week....we are taking a vaca next week[emoji4]

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