Tips for tightening transmission line? - 71 Dart A904

[GoldSwinger71]

I replaced the two lines from my A904 to the radiator, but in the process, I ended up cutting the old one in order to get any type of tool on it. The clearance was so incredibly tight.

One of the lines is in an IMPOSSIBLE spot to reach. I've tried short wrenches, extra long wrenches, etc. and I CANNOT get it to tighten up to the point where it's not got a slow leak.

Any tips or advice on how to get to those lines? I'd be really cheesed if I have to drop things down just for those stupid lines.

Thanks!

-Daniel

 

[CudaFactHackJob]

Use a chopped off box end wrench then just leave it on the line?

 

[Murray]

Yes, can you modify a cheap wrench to work? Have never seen a situation I couldn't fit a wrench. How about removing the crossmember and dropping the tranny slightly to get a wrench in there?

 

[Car Nut]

Are you using a line wrench?

 

[Joey4speed]

Maybe try a line wrench crows foot on an extension?

 

[toolmanmike]

Inverted flare or tapered pipe thread? Got a picture. Yes, the proper tool should work.