Jubilee clips and coolant hoses

[alex.mcintosh]

Probably a stupid question...

Just fitted a recored radiator. When using the same hoses, is it best to:-

- use the same position as the previous jubilee clip (where the hose is now indented)
- use a "fresh" position nearer the end of the hose
- use a "fresh" position further from the end of the hose
- not worry about it as long as it doesn't leak!!

Also, is the bit of the hose that is indented now weaker than the rest and less inflexible?

Thanks

Alex

[alex.mcintosh]

No spare at all unfortunately.....