On Wed, 21 Jul 2010 17:50:25 -0700, Oren wrote:

On Thu, 22 Jul 2010 00:12:47 +0000 (UTC), "Smarty"
wrote:

1. Are there any high-temperature hose materials which can withstand the
engine compartment temperatures and vibration which I might use instead,
which would allow me merely to make a direct 2" long connection? The ID
of the hose is 1.5", and should be a pretty standard, easy-to-find size.

A short piece of radiator hose? Takes heat, vibration and you might find
the ID you need. Auto supply store...

DING!

At least give this a try.