I decided to replace the turbo hose on my DSE (the long one from the intercooler to the manifold), the old one was very pliable meaning it came off very easy.

The new one was a lot stiffer and was a right bugger to put back on, especially at the manifold end and took quite a bit of effort, twisting, pushing and bouts of Tourettes Syndrome.

I know it will not help me, as mine is now changed, but does anyone have any tips for others that come to chnage theres to make it easier to fit the new one?

Dip the ends in hot water to soften them.

Now that is an idea ........ wish I had asked BEFORE doing the job now.