Well it's 3-1/2 years later then this post that I stumbled across and I am having the same issue with my ARA - York Compressor for my 1972 240Z. The unit was installed on mine when I purchased it but removed during the restoration process. I am re-installing and truelly have clearance problems that look identical to the pictures above. The compressor definately is touching/resting on my lower radiator hose. Anyone find a fix to this situation. I remember the old lower radiator hose that I replaced appeared worn as well but want to avoid my new cloth braided hose getting this way as well.
