Re: Best
sears and a few other tool stores have a "cable clamp tool" it's designed specifically for the spring clamps which maintain tension. the LT5 has a high flow water pump and I used the fancy clamps we sell on the store and went to the samco hoses. it didn't happen at first, but I too notice the "coolant smell" and I have tightened up the clamps but still am getting the smell. for that reason, I would stay with the factory clamps. they are cheap, work, and although a pain to work with, likely will eliminate this problem.
the hoses are tough to work on. remove the belt and the tensioner to make access a bit easier. a lift really helps getting to the thermostat housing and the short hoses are very tight.
the samco hoses look great and will likely last longer than the car!
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