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EAST SIDE LOW LIFE · 05-19-2007, 10:28 AM

The hose was old and cracked on my truck when I bought it. On a visit to the parts store (auto wrecker) I got this hose and with a little clean time reinstalled it and all is well. I kind of like to know if my rad is spewing out anti freeze so this works for me. My rad is new and I do not have any trouble with it, no over heating prob's, leaks, or over flowing. A rule that I've always kept is that one of the first things that I do is service or replace with a new rad (only) any vehicle that I buy.

Now as far as bling goes there are some real neat over flow tanks out there, and I must admit I'm tempted but the money is going else where at the moment (new bed floor being installed) as we speak. Maybe one day ....

esll.

kelsfine69 · 05-19-2007, 11:49 AM

Ran a line under the shroud and mounted it here

sodak69c10 · 05-19-2007, 04:56 PM

chances are if you are triing to keep your rad full with of a catch can you prolly have a coolant jug so take a knife and make a hole and run the hose , tada i have a catch can

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i filled the jug about a tird full then ran my hose into the jug so it was well into the coolant tehn just ran my hose under battery tray to rad(new by the way put it in today after the shop closed)

67ChevyRedneck · 06-18-2007, 08:42 AM

Thanks for all the ideas. I found one in my parts pile I think I bought a year ago. I couldn't find a place for it (it hit the inner fender everywhere I tried to install it, so I gave up on it), but with my voltage regulator gone now (removed it a few months ago) I found a place for it. I used the tip of running the line under the radiator. Thanks all

**Classic Heartbeat** · 06-18-2007, 12:36 PM

We still have plenty of coolant recovery systems, using all GM parts with the excepion of the mounting bracket and hoses.
http://www.classicheartbeat.com/radi...&__related.htm WES

dingo_dan_22 · 06-18-2007, 01:30 PM

Smirnoff Bottle... Always get compliments!

see ten · 06-18-2007, 04:25 PM

RM72chevy · 06-18-2007, 04:55 PM

OMG! That is tooooo funny!

lowrollin70gmc · 06-18-2007, 06:18 PM

Mexican coke bottle mounted to the fan shroud, I'll get some pics soon...

see ten · 08-19-2007, 01:58 AM

BCOWANWHEELS · 08-19-2007, 02:31 AM

classic heartbeat, nice & classy. i,ll be in touch soon for 3 setups.
bob

Walts_restoration · 08-19-2007, 02:46 AM

In my cousins race car we got ourselves a high dollar gatorade bottle, for all those enviromentally cautious people see were recycling!!

2bits · 08-20-2007, 06:59 PM

I am using a washer bottle from my 73-77 Monte Carlo parts. The skinny side slips in beside the battery just fine, and the bracket screws into the wheel well. I need to get a lid for it tho...

shifty · 08-20-2007, 07:03 PM

2bits - could you provide an overhead shot of that guy?

72 longhorn BB · 08-20-2007, 08:14 PM

Check out this link:

overflow btl from an 88 montycarlo works NICE on the passenger fender behind the battery.

http://www.mikesmontes.com/showPart....el=1&year=1988

Andy4639 · 08-20-2007, 08:32 PM

This is the late model I used. Bought it at the Chevy dealer.

sleepyboy · 08-20-2007, 10:35 PM

Summit overflow bottle; around $25 if I remember right.

Premium72 · 08-20-2007, 10:39 PM

had a southern comfort bottle on my 49 coupe. gata get another for the deuce. love em all.

2bits · 08-21-2007, 12:42 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by shifty

2bits - could you provide an overhead shot of that guy?

I checked my photos and I don't have one, I'll take a pic tonight and post it for ya!

OhioDan · 08-21-2007, 06:02 PM

Here's mine.

2bits · 08-22-2007, 05:03 PM

Here's a closer pic of mine!

70' GMC · 08-22-2007, 05:31 PM

this may be rednecked but it works.....

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it is a texaco antifreeze bottle

05-19-2007, 10:28 AM	#26
EAST SIDE LOW LIFE Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: VANCOUVER ISLAND, B.C., Canada Posts: 1,602	Re: What are you using for an overflow bottle? The hose was old and cracked on my truck when I bought it. On a visit to the parts store (auto wrecker) I got this hose and with a little clean time reinstalled it and all is well. I kind of like to know if my rad is spewing out anti freeze so this works for me. My rad is new and I do not have any trouble with it, no over heating prob's, leaks, or over flowing. A rule that I've always kept is that one of the first things that I do is service or replace with a new rad (only) any vehicle that I buy. Now as far as bling goes there are some real neat over flow tanks out there, and I must admit I'm tempted but the money is going else where at the moment (new bed floor being installed) as we speak. Maybe one day .... esll. Attached Images __________________ Tomorrow is for doing today's stuff. ************************************* This truck has just the right amount of energy for me! Author: Warren Lake .... (member)

05-19-2007, 11:49 AM	#27
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05-19-2007, 04:56 PM	#28
sodak69c10 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Rapid City, South Dakota Posts: 285	Re: What are you using for an overflow bottle? chances are if you are triing to keep your rad full with of a catch can you prolly have a coolant jug so take a knife and make a hole and run the hose , tada i have a catch can i filled the jug about a tird full then ran my hose into the jug so it was well into the coolant tehn just ran my hose under battery tray to rad(new by the way put it in today after the shop closed) __________________ ,Clint LOUD PIPES SAVE LIVES 69 C-10 short stepside 406 sbc, 02 YAMAHA WR250F, 07 SUZUKI SV650S, 81 Grand Prix 355 sbc, 81 XT 500 YAMAHA

06-18-2007, 08:42 AM	#29
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06-18-2007, 12:36 PM	#30
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06-18-2007, 01:30 PM	#31
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06-18-2007, 06:18 PM	#34
lowrollin70gmc Too many projects Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Fargo, ND land of the flat hills Posts: 1,147	Re: What are you using for an overflow bottle? Mexican coke bottle mounted to the fan shroud, I'll get some pics soon... __________________ Andrew 84 GMC C1500 SWB 6.2 Diesel/700R4/3.42 "Grandpa's odd duck" 70 GMC C1500 LWB My first truck: shaved, bagged, and more: the lowrollin70gmc 68 K20 Suburban 12V Cummins/NV5600/NP205/D60/11.5AAM 3.73s "Dakota Cadillac" 63 Chevy II Nova Coupe 250 I6/T56/4.56s "Economy car" 53 Willys Wagon 350/NV4500/BW4401/HP D44/9inch “Winter Wagon” 30 Model A 16 Focus ST

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08-19-2007, 02:46 AM	#37
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08-20-2007, 06:59 PM	#38
2bits Registered User Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Dallas Posts: 504	Re: What are you using for an overflow bottle? I am using a washer bottle from my 73-77 Monte Carlo parts. The skinny side slips in beside the battery just fine, and the bracket screws into the wheel well. I need to get a lid for it tho... Attached Images __________________ _______________ Thomas '78 Silverado '74 Monte Carlo '47 Teardrop Trailer East Texas Classics Local Club

08-20-2007, 07:03 PM	#39
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08-20-2007, 08:14 PM	#40
72 longhorn BB Registered User Join Date: Jan 2000 Location: Michigan Posts: 312	Re: What are you using for an overflow bottle? Check out this link: overflow btl from an 88 montycarlo works NICE on the passenger fender behind the battery. http://www.mikesmontes.com/showPart....el=1&year=1988 __________________ Chuck 1972 C-20 Longhorn 402 BB .030" over (409?), curved HEI, RV cam, quadrajet, dual 3" exhaust, TH 400 ported w/shift kit 1999 K1500 Suburban (old style) 5.7L Vortec 4L60E "No matter where you go, ........ there you are"



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08-20-2007, 08:32 PM	#41
Andy4639 Old member Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Liberty, & Garden City S.C. , U.S. Posts: 19,936	Re: What are you using for an overflow bottle? This is the late model I used. Bought it at the Chevy dealer. __________________ 1971 LWB Custom, 6.0LS & 4L80E, Speedhut.com GPS speedometer & gauges with A/C. 20" Boss 338's Grey wheels 4 wheel disc brakes. My Driver Seeing the USA in a 71 Upstate SC GM Truck Club 2013,14 and 2016 Hot Rod Pour Tour http://upstategmtrucks.com/ Get out and drive the truck this summer and have some fun! It sucks not being able to hear! LWB trucks rule, if you don't think so measure your SWB! After talking to tech support at Air Lift I have found out that the kit I need is 60811. Per the measurements I gave them. Ride height of truck inside spring and inside diameter of springs.

08-20-2007, 10:35 PM	#42
sleepyboy '69 Step Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Marion, Texas Posts: 722	Re: What are you using for an overflow bottle? Summit overflow bottle; around $25 if I remember right. __________________ It's my truck, and Yes, I CUT the dash, so what??

08-20-2007, 10:39 PM	#43
Premium72 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Villa Rica Ga Posts: 889	Re: What are you using for an overflow bottle? had a southern comfort bottle on my 49 coupe. gata get another for the deuce. love em all. __________________ WombatFire, Art-Design-MADNESS Follow My Build and Adventures on Instagram

08-21-2007, 06:02 PM	#45
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08-22-2007, 05:03 PM	#46
2bits Registered User Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Dallas Posts: 504	Re: What are you using for an overflow bottle? Here's a closer pic of mine! Attached Images __________________ _______________ Thomas '78 Silverado '74 Monte Carlo '47 Teardrop Trailer East Texas Classics Local Club

08-22-2007, 05:31 PM	#47
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