Finally found the leak (I think) in one of the heater hoses from the back of the block to the firewall. I got both of them off, but of course the local national chain doesn't have the ones with the correct bends. Bought some 5/8 hose, but it kinks when I try to duplicate the bends. Can I buy longer lengths and loop it around? I live in rural north GA and I doubt even the dealers in Atlanta will have the hoses in stock and I need it going right away. This is a big dilemma with my wife as she's been driving the 945, but now I have to have it and she's been relegated to the rice burner flatbed. She's not happy, so no one is happy...
Does anyone know of a quick source for these hoses or a trick to put on generic?
Mark
PS Don't suggest that I drive the truck. Ain't gonna happen......
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'94 940 NA Wagon, '84 244t, '84 245 DL

You could overnight them from FCP or IPD.



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don hodgdon '89 744ti, '81 242t, '71 D-35...just waitin' for the glue to dry :-)

Autozone has the correct hoses. Or at least ones that work. The bends on their hoses aren't the same, but they will work. Basically instead of the S curve volvo uses, you just need a 90. If you are in a pinch, id try a 1/2" copper 90 hose clamped in. No guarantees though.

Thank you for your input. I tried what you said (but at Pep Boys) and found someone there who actually had a clue as to what to do. He even invited me to find my own in the back! I found some that work and have tested for leaks and so far, so good. Thanks for the advice.
Mark
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'94 940 NA Wagon, '84 244t, '84 245 DL