Installing Air Hose Under Seat For Blowing Out Cab

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  1. Oct 7, 2018 #1
    Hegemeister

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    I know this is probably very simple, but I don't want to just cut the hose and have a problem with air bleeding by running into a complication.

    I want to install this myself and it looks like I just cut the airline under the seat, loosen 2 nuts, push the lines in place and tighten the nuts. Right?

    Are all the airlines supplying air to the seat a standard size? No special tools? Just press in place?

    I can take a good guess at these answers, but like I said, I just want to be sure before I cut a line and get stuck. Also, its a little hard to reach, so just making sure I get it right. As anyone knows, even some of the simplest jobs are not without complications. THANKS!
     
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  3. Oct 7, 2018 #2
    uncleal13

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    No , you got it about right.
    Usually it’s just a 1/4” plastic line. Cut it square, put in a T fitting. And you’re done
     
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  4. Oct 7, 2018 #3
    Heavyd

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    It is that simple. Most trucks have standard 1/4" air line. If you really want to make it easy, use "quick connect" or "push connect" "T" fitting to connect the air lines and your blow gun line. easy 2 minute job.
     
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  5. Oct 7, 2018 #4
    Hegemeister

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    So 1/4 inch outer diameter. It's a 2019, so I'll check. Thanks!
     
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