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I don't blame you, I do know that any hose within 1/2 inch with heat 
shield of the muffler doesn't last more than a few years without some 
air blowing on it.  Even a short hose and a nippled metal extension will 
work for a longer down pipe. It just takes time.
I am not familiar with A168.  Sorry.
Regards,
Bud
  ----- Original Message ----- 
  From: kees de bussy<mailto:keesdebussy@hotmail.com> 
  To: europa-list@matronics.com<mailto:europa-list@matronics.com> 
  Sent: Tuesday, February 21, 2012 9:27 AM
  Subject: Europa-List: Re: Lack of space between exhaust and coolant 
hose.
<keesdebussy@hotmail.com<mailto:keesdebussy@hotmail.com>>
  Hi Bud,
  Thanks for your input. I have been thinking about this solution too. A 
straight socket however will interfere with the engine-mount. A 45 
degree one will probably do the job. But because everything is mounted, 
all hoses have just been replaced I guess at this point it is easier to 
make the downpipes a little longer. A second advantage is that at the 
same time the oil hose at the bottom of the engine gets more clearance 
too. 
  Is there anything against making the downpipes a little longer ?
  By the way my Europa, serial #A168 is the former N-303AU. So maybe you 
know the kit and builder.
  Regards,
  Kees de Bussy
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