thecody59

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Hi i am installing new flexible radiator hoses because mine are really old and cracked. I am using new clamps not those old ones the 79 came with but when working on the lower radiator hose the left side i do not have enough room to tighten the clamp the exhaust box and air pump is in the way. Am i missing something on how to reach it thanks for the help.

j9fd3s

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Mazda put the clamps on in a certain orientation so that it can be tightened.

i'm too lazy to post pics, but the screw should be on the bottom, facing up

thecody59

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I am using new clamps not the old ones

j9fd3s

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how does that matter? you still need to be able to tighten the clamp.

thecody59

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Yes but the old clamps had longer screws so it was easier to tighten these new silver ones i can't put them in a position to get a screwdriver in

JSmall

Flip the clamp around? There is ridiculous amounts of room around the hoses :S

Jeff20B

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Or get a 5/16" nut driver and a lot of extensions maybe with a universal joint or two. 1/4 drive, of course.

Ah who am I kidding? Get yourself a JDM screwdriver. It's what you need on a car like this.

thecody59

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There is tons of room on all of them but the lower left radiator hose that is the only one i am having problems with. I tried both sides no room on each side.

thecody59

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Okay finally got it there was a little built of room by the air pump. I swear this car will be the death of me it is kicking my *** every step of the way

73rx313b

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Getting your *** kicked builds character!!! lol