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Sounds like I’m in for some fun, I actually like the Toyota tension clamps aka non screw clamps (radiator hose type)The hoses under the truck that connect to the heater hard lines will require 1/2" hoses and they are a TIGHT fit. You'll need to smear antifreeze inside them and on the tube before you shove them on.
You can replace the entire hard /soft lines on the LOWER section to the rear heater without removing the exhaust. I replaced mine because of rust, but you cannot replace the upper hard lines due to the transmission.
Replacing the two hoses on the side of the transmission will be a VERY difficult job. I highly recommend getting the Toyota spring clamp clamps rather than screw type hose clamps that fit the proper OD of your hose.
I replaced all of my heater hoses and lower hard lines. I ended up having to buy cheap O'Reilly's hoses and go soft line from the top down to the lower hard lines. It's a tight fit with complete soft lines but they can get there.