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Sorry for the many questions today...last one, I promise (for the day, anyway).

I noticed this when I was installing the engine. Please look between the water pump and the cylinder head.

Does a hose go there? If so, is it a special type?

I really do not remember taking a hose off the old water pump that connected to the head.

Thank you.<br><br>

Bypass hose - should really go on with the water pump....

Is it a special type? I'm assuming it's just a short bit that fits between the two openings, right?

Also, I don't know why my computer is double posting...sorry for that.

Yes, just a short piece to connect the 2 pipes. You can get squashy convelluted ones which you can fit in situ but these seem to be less reliable. Best method is a solid hose but water pump will have to come off to fit it unless you are very lucky/carefull etc...

Is this just a short bit of heater hose obtainable from any of the parts stores that are open tomorrow?

Its small diameter compared to other hoses. I would have thought that most Motor Factors would stock them as they are fitted to all A series engines upto the A+ versions (Metro etc did away with them). Just ask for a MINI bypass hose as they prob don't know them for Moggie's !!

Mini By-Pass hose. Will do. Many thanks for your time!

No problem mate - Engine looks nice - Good luck

bye pass hose can be fitted by installing bottom end first then press other end down and on with a good steel rule and dont forget small jubilee clips also

You'll struggle if it's a good thick-wall hose!

Thanks to "Longdog" (have to be careful typing that one!) I've now got a perfectly sized silicone hose to fit there. I will remove the water pump and paint the fan yellow.

Thank you for all the support and help.