On 1969 Z28's, does this photo show the correct orientation of the heater hoses in the hose support clamp attached to the alternator bracket? Specifically:
1. Should the 3/4" hose from the water pump be positioned in the hose support clamp in front (i.e.: closer to the alternator) of the 5/8" hose to the intake manifold? I believe that is the correct routing through the hose support clamp.
2. Should the hose support clamp on the alternator bracket be bent downward a bit to give some clearance to the AIR pump hose as it traverses from the driver's side AIR pump check valve to the diverter valve on the passenger side?
I have been unable to locate a clear graphic of this issue in the '69 AIM that confirms the correct hose/support bracket condition.
I've found that the AIR pump hose will be deflected rearward, into the ZL2 air cleaner (not shown),[size=78%] [/size]by interfering with the 5/8" heater hose if the heater hose support clamp on the alternator is NOT bent downward. But, if the support clamp is not supposed to be bent down, then the AIR pump hose assumes a more "natural" routing if it is positioned between the two heater hoses, rather than behind both hoses.
I would appreciate any thoughts on this. Thanks.
