Removing Throttle Body Hose

[willfxp]

I want to remove the TB so I can clean it from both sides. But I can't get the darn hose to the radiator off. I moved my alternator out of the way, moved the clamp on the right side out, but the hose won't pull off. Maybe my fingers aren't strong enough? Tight place. I can't even begin to figure out how to move the clamp off the left side hose.

 

Any tips?

 

Thanks,

-will

[GMCTech]

I use a hose removal tool (looks like a big curly-Q shaped pick) to release the right hose.

 

I then unbolt the TBI and remove the left hose with the same pick, but with the TBI movable , it is a lot easier.

 

Note- I also clamp off the two hoses with a set of clamps - there is more coolant in there then you thought possible, and it will go everywhere.

 

Hope this helps.

[99GMCZ71]

Do the TB bypass while you got it off!

[willfxp]

Do the TB bypass while you got it off!

Why? What does it do?

 

I didn't get it off yet since I don't have a hose removal tool. Going to a autoshop to see if they have one I can borrow. Thanks,

[rico750sxi]

I remember seeing a dyno of a vette a while back that had the TB bypass done and it was good for about 4HP or so I believe.

[sonicr1]

this guy has a lot of good info regarding LT1's but the info will relate to our engines.

 

www.ws6.com

[willfxp]

LOL! I would never have thought!

 

Thanks for the tip.

 

http://www.ws6.com/mod-8.htm