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Bypass pipe from return radiator hose to engine j

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#1 ·
:help_wsig Bypass pipe from return radiator hose to engine is leaking at engine point. Took it off to find that O-ring is almost gone and edge of pipe has missing points or broken off areas. I can not find either the O-ring or this pipe. I have a 1999 Dodge Caravan and I don't have much money to put into van, but need it to take husband to Dr. (stroke 5 yrs now) Any advise or information would be most appreciated.
 
#3 ·
If this pipe is on the lower part of the radiator, it is called the "water inlet tube". It has an o-ring on the side that goes into the water pump inlet.

I've only found the part at the dealer, and it contains the o-ring.

If you can't afford the dealer version, you can go to a salvage yard -- there are usually many vans of this vintage -- and see if there is something workable.

If I misinterpret your problem, apologies.
 
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