Alternative coolant hose

[Blaine0002]

Hey guys, Im about ready to fire up my swap but im missing one hose, its the L hose from the back of the head into the heater core. I could order one... but I first wanted to ask if there was an alternative i could find at a store like advance or something.
Did anyone use a non stock hose for that application? Thanks

[dynoclimb]

I just went to the auto parts store and found one that looked close enough with some extra length and cut it to fit. Just make sure its the right diameter.
The previous owner who did the swap had 2 lines spliced together :/

[Blaine0002]

you wouldnt happen to know the end diameters would you?

[GunMetalGrey]

I think I used a 1/2" (?) straight piece that I heated enough to stretch over the larger piece. Worked out really well and didn't kink at all.

[Blaine0002]

Perfecto! thanks