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*When running the hoses outside the tunnel, they recommend running them to the right side of the firewall as the left side is busy with the oil cooler. | *When running the hoses outside the tunnel, they recommend running them to the right side of the firewall as the left side is busy with the oil cooler. | ||
*Note: If you use the [https://www.aerosportproducts.com/product/rv-10-interior-panels-2/ Aerosport interior panels], keep in mind that the recessed area for maps / the cup holder occupies the space between the panel and the outer skin which is separated by U-profiles all around, where you would probably want to route the hoses through. There is room for one hose all the way on the top but a modification to the right side panel is need if you run the second hose underneath it. | *Note: If you use the [https://www.aerosportproducts.com/product/rv-10-interior-panels-2/ Aerosport interior panels], keep in mind that the recessed area for maps / the cup holder occupies the space between the panel and the outer skin which is separated by U-profiles all around, where you would probably want to route the hoses through. There is room for one hose all the way on the top but a modification to the right side panel is need if you run the second hose underneath it. | ||
*No snap bushings come with the kit. Consider ordering | *No snap bushings come with the kit. You need to keep the holes as small as possible, however the hoses will probably swell a bit under pressure. A compromise is to use larger ones in non critical ribs and webs and smaller ones, or no bushing in the critical u-profiles above the main spar. Consider ordering | ||
** [https://www.mcmaster.com/catalog/5269T19 McMaster Part No 5269T19, Snap Bushings for 3/4 inch hose] or<br>[https://www.mcmaster.com/catalog/5269T107 McMaster Part No 5269T107, Snap Bushing for 3/4 inch hose, one size up and split] | ** [https://www.mcmaster.com/catalog/5269T19 McMaster Part No 5269T19, Snap Bushings for 3/4 inch hose] or<br>[https://www.mcmaster.com/catalog/5269T107 McMaster Part No 5269T107, Snap Bushing for 3/4 inch hose, one size up and split] | ||
** [https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01LP4F0EU Snap Bushings for 11/16 inch hose at Amazon] or<br>[https://www.mcmaster.com/catalog/5269T106 McMaster Part No 5269T106, Snap Bushing for 11/16 hose, one size up and split] | ** [https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01LP4F0EU Snap Bushings for 11/16 inch hose at Amazon] or<br>[https://www.mcmaster.com/catalog/5269T106 McMaster Part No 5269T106, Snap Bushing for 11/16 hose, one size up and split] | ||
===== Crimping Fittings to the Hoses ===== | ===== Crimping Fittings to the Hoses ===== | ||
* A suitable crimper for the hoses is e.g. $224 at eBay: [https://www.ebay.com/itm/232525885895 Standard and Reduced Barrier A/C Hose Hydraulic Crimper Kit with 7pc Die Set] | * A suitable crimper for the hoses is e.g. $224 at eBay: [https://www.ebay.com/itm/232525885895 Standard and Reduced Barrier A/C Hose Hydraulic Crimper Kit with 7pc Die Set] | ||