Hi.
Has anyone done it ? I do not want it; want to bypass/eliminate it, and would like to find a hose assembly from any donor that could make it less painful without fabricating fittings.
Reservoir ---> pump ---> gearbox ---> reservoir. That is, hose #1 to enter gearbox directly.

 

Just curious - how come the want to delete?

 

Not too difficult. Just need a custom hose.

Option A. Take all the parts to a local hose/hydraulic shop, show them what fittings you want to use and length.

Option B, purchase reusable power steering fittings the appropriate thread/size and long enough hose to cut to length.

Option C diy crimp fittings if you have a crimp press tool.