Hoist Time Ep.9 — Cooling System Overhaul (1978 Fiat X1/9) | Fiat X1/9

Working on a 1978 Series 1 X1/9, the owner tackles a comprehensive cooling system overhaul by removing corroded coolant pipes running through the car's tunnel, carefully extracting them without disturbing the welded structural support. After painting replacement pipes and reinstalling them with new hose clamps and connectors, he discovers the real culprit behind a persistent leak—a corroded and split heater hose tucked underneath the tunnel—which he fixes by repositioning the hose past the damaged section and pressure-testing the system to confirm the repair. The episode wraps up with reassembly of the heater loop and handbrake components, completing the restoration of the car's cooling system. Hoist Time series, Episode ?. X1/9 Australia https://x19.com.au   / x19australia     / x19australia