Upper radiator hose

**Harry S.** · July 5, 2016, 06:29 AM

Re: Upper radiator hose

Tom, is it possible for you to post a picture of that area so we can view your concern?

**Brian M.** · July 5, 2016, 06:44 AM

Re: Upper radiator hose

Is the motor mount failing?

**Leif A.** · July 5, 2016, 09:37 AM

Re: Upper radiator hose

Pictures would be helpful...could be an incorrect alternator bracket. Again, can't really tell without some pics.

**Ralph E.** · July 5, 2016, 09:47 AM

Re: Upper radiator hose

Originally posted by Tom McFadden (62544)

Greetings fellow Corvette enthusiasts,

I am a new member to the NCRS. I purchased a 1966 roadster a little over a year ago and I'm just beginning to get to know this wonderful vehicle. I have the small block engine 327/300, power steering, power brakes, automatic transmission. My problem is this...the upper radiator hose is being nicked by the fan belt. I purchased the correct GM replacement, but we can't get enough clearance.

My mechanic friend seemed to remember a bracket in the early 70's Corvettes that connected to the alternator and held the hose away from the fan belt. Needless to say, I have yet to find this bracket and/or come to a solution for this critical problem. The new radiator hose is already nicked-up and I can't drive my baby. Help!

Thanks in advance for your help or suggestions

Tom McFadden (62544)

P.S. It's quite possible the radiator is not correct and therefore part of my problem. I'd rather find a solution to my problem without purchasing a new radiator.

More than likely you have the wrong fan belt or alternator bracket.

**Joe L.** · July 5, 2016, 09:49 AM

Re: Upper radiator hose

Originally posted by Tom McFadden (62544)

Greetings fellow Corvette enthusiasts,

I am a new member to the NCRS. I purchased a 1966 roadster a little over a year ago and I'm just beginning to get to know this wonderful vehicle. I have the small block engine 327/300, power steering, power brakes, automatic transmission. My problem is this...the upper radiator hose is being nicked by the fan belt. I purchased the correct GM replacement, but we can't get enough clearance.

My mechanic friend seemed to remember a bracket in the early 70's Corvettes that connected to the alternator and held the hose away from the fan belt. Needless to say, I have yet to find this bracket and/or come to a solution for this critical problem. The new radiator hose is already nicked-up and I can't drive my baby. Help!

Thanks in advance for your help or suggestions

Tom McFadden (62544)

P.S. It's quite possible the radiator is not correct and therefore part of my problem. I'd rather find a solution to my problem without purchasing a new radiator.

Tom-------

I know of no bracket ever used on a Corvette as you mention. As others have said, you really need to post pictures. Photos are very easy to post to this board. If it weren't really easy, I could not do it, and I can do it.

Could the radiator be the root of the problem (i.e. upper hose fitting of incorrect configuration/location)? Yes, it could, but you don't mention what radiator you have installed. Photos will answer all.

**Ralph E.** · July 5, 2016, 10:00 AM

Re: Upper radiator hose

Originally posted by Joe Lucia (12484)

Tom-------

I know of no bracket ever used on a Corvette as you mention. As others have said, you really need to post pictures. Photos are very easy to post to this board. If it weren't really easy, I could not do it, and I can do it.

Could the radiator be the root of the problem (i.e. upper hose fitting of incorrect configuration/location)? Yes, it could, but you don't mention what radiator you have installed. Photos will answer all.

No Bracket? Then what is holding the alternator on place.
He said it is a 66', so the alternator is attached to the drivers side manifold and a bracket.

**Joe L.** · July 5, 2016, 10:57 AM

Re: Upper radiator hose

Originally posted by Ralph Esposito (37280)

No Bracket? Then what is holding the alternator on place.
He said it is a 66', so the alternator is attached to the drivers side manifold and a bracket.

Ralph------

He said "...a bracket in the early 70's Corvettes that connected to the alternator and held the hose away from the fan belt". I know of no such bracket ever used for a Corvette. As far as the bracket that retains the alternator to the exhaust manifold, of course I'm aware of that bracket but that's not what was being described, at least as to how I interpreted it.

**Domenic T.** · July 5, 2016, 11:30 AM

Re: Upper radiator hose

Tom,
If the hose is not on backwards then try loostening it and twist it till you get clearance.

Dom

**Joe R.** · July 5, 2016, 01:26 PM

Re: Upper radiator hose

First, the belt is probably too long or the bracket is incorrect for a 66. I agree with Ralphie!

Secondly, there was (is) is bracket that was used with the alternator belt BUT it was not to keep the belt from hitting the hose and it was used on a later model and not a 66 Corvette.

JR

**Francis F.** · July 5, 2016, 05:26 PM

Re: Upper radiator hose

Joe,I have been dealing with the same problem.My "66*is also a power brake,powerglide,power steering car with A/C,My alternator is on the driver side and is very close to contacting the hose.I tried twisting the hose to gain more clearence,helped some.I tried different water inlets,no diff.Will try to send pic's
Francis

**Leif A.** · July 5, 2016, 06:38 PM

Re: Upper radiator hose

Tom,
If you're still out there...here are some pics of my '67 with A/C, power steering and brakes...believe they should be the same for your '66. About the only three things that can be wrong are incorrect hose, incorrect alternator bracket or possibly the belt. I have a good 2" of clearance between the belt and hose. Hope this helps.

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**Joe L.** · July 5, 2016, 07:24 PM

Re: Upper radiator hose

Originally posted by Leif Anderson (29632)

Tom,
If you're still out there...here are some pics of my '67 with A/C, power steering and brakes...believe they should be the same for your '66. About the only three things that can be wrong are incorrect hose, incorrect alternator bracket or possibly the belt. I have a good 2" of clearance between the belt and hose. Hope this helps.

Leif------

I don't think it could be an incorrect alternator support bracket. The only bracket that could possibly work with the GM #3846559 manifold (assuming he has the correct manifold) is the GM #3846565.

**Ralph E.** · July 8, 2016, 07:42 AM

Re: Upper radiator hose

Originally posted by Tom McFadden (62544)

Greetings fellow Corvette enthusiasts,

I am a new member to the NCRS. I purchased a 1966 roadster a little over a year ago and I'm just beginning to get to know this wonderful vehicle. I have the small block engine 327/300, power steering, power brakes, automatic transmission. My problem is this...the upper radiator hose is being nicked by the fan belt. I purchased the correct GM replacement, but we can't get enough clearance.

My mechanic friend seemed to remember a bracket in the early 70's Corvettes that connected to the alternator and held the hose away from the fan belt. Needless to say, I have yet to find this bracket and/or come to a solution for this critical problem. The new radiator hose is already nicked-up and I can't drive my baby. Help!

Thanks in advance for your help or suggestions

Tom McFadden (62544)

P.S. It's quite possible the radiator is not correct and therefore part of my problem. I'd rather find a solution to my problem without purchasing a new radiator.

Tom, since you have received help/suggestions to your post, it would be nice if you could respond with the fix to your problem.
It may be helpful others.

**Francis F.** · July 8, 2016, 09:01 PM

Re: Upper radiator hose

Lief ,pic's good,but can you include a photo of water inlet fitting??,(flat/or pointing UP ??
Francis

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