Temp semding unit 'FITTING' is leaking where the lower hose hooks up. can i bypass the fitting ?

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JANETMEADOR
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can i bypass the fitting by putting temp sending unit in place of the fitting and a straight hose in place of the lower T hose ?
Sep 17, 2011 at 2:02 PM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Not recommended. Remove the hose, clean any corrosion, check hose for wear, replace if needed.
Sep 17, 2011 at 2:53 PM
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JANETMEADOR
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It is not the hose it is the actual fitting that fits into the hose that is corroded and leaks. why is it not recommended...what will happen ? this is a 2000 ranger 3.0 engine and i cant find any peice for this in all the junk yards i've gone to.
Sep 17, 2011 at 4:03 PM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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We are only allowed to recommend proper repairs, not modifications. Send me a picture of the part. I will be at a buddies salvage yard this weekend. I may find one for you.

Let me know.
Sep 17, 2011 at 6:40 PM
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