Might change all coolant/heater hoses on the 2001 Toyota Corolla w/150,000 miles as preventive maintenance as the 5 year coolant change is due.
Is this over doing it?
Is this over doing it?
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Coolant Hose Lifespan?
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It's cheap insurance. It probably doesn't need to be done at that age but it certainly can't hurt.
No, believe it or not but vehicles operated in Arizona need them changed as often as three years. Have they been changed before?
I don't think changing 10 year old hoses with 150K on them is overdoing it.....in fact I think it's the prudent thing to do.
I just realized that you aren't talking about the radiator hoses which is what I based my comment on.
I don't think I would change small diameter heater hoses as a preventive measure.
I just realized that you aren't talking about the radiator hoses which is what I based my comment on.
I don't think I would change small diameter heater hoses as a preventive measure.
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I change my upper and lower radiator hoses every 5-7 years or so. They are cheap. I've never changed my heater hoses... hrm...
Be prepared for the replacement hoses to be "service grade" and not as thick as your stockers.
May be worth it to spring for the dealer issue ones.
I've only replaced hoses due to oil dripping on them and turning the rubber to jelly. My 27 year old mercedes 240d was trucking along great on its original hoses.
May be worth it to spring for the dealer issue ones.
I've only replaced hoses due to oil dripping on them and turning the rubber to jelly. My 27 year old mercedes 240d was trucking along great on its original hoses.
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I don't think changing 10 year old hoses with 150K on them is overdoing it.....in fact I think it's the prudent thing to do.
I just realized that you aren't talking about the radiator hoses which is what I based my comment on.
I don't think I would change small diameter heater hoses as a preventive measure.
The heater hoses of my LS400 failed at around 8-9 years, the upper radiator hose failed after 15-16 years, the lower hose is original.
I think radiator and heater hoses should be checked at every OCI and changed if needed.
I don't think changing 10 year old hoses with 150K on them is overdoing it.....in fact I think it's the prudent thing to do.
I just realized that you aren't talking about the radiator hoses which is what I based my comment on.
I don't think I would change small diameter heater hoses as a preventive measure.
The heater hoses of my LS400 failed at around 8-9 years, the upper radiator hose failed after 15-16 years, the lower hose is original.
I think radiator and heater hoses should be checked at every OCI and changed if needed.
Timely post as I have all the hoses for my 1994 Jag XJS in a box in the trunk. Was going to change them but haven't since the old ones looked good. Any indicators beside appearance and pliability?
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Ive gotten 25 years, 250k miles on MB hoses, or fewer than 60k/5yrs on Honda hoses. All depends upon the quality of the rubber and the design of the cooling system. Need to look, feel, and possibly remove the hose to see what you've got.
If you are changing the antifreeze, I don't think its out of the question to change all hosses with quality ones. I assume you have changed your waterpump as well. If not I would change it as well. Many (probably most) engines have aluminum heads which cannot hack overheating. Moral of the story...If you think it may need changing...just do it!
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Newer hoses are typically much better quality.
I have 255k on my 2004 truck and my father has 290k on his 99 truck, both are original hoses. I have new hoses...debating whether I change them.
I have 255k on my 2004 truck and my father has 290k on his 99 truck, both are original hoses. I have new hoses...debating whether I change them.
If you replace them go Gates-they seem better than some of the OEMs.
Warrior: I got a remanufactured Water Pump.
Picked up 2 Goodyear Rad Hoses w/Water pump.
May order the small hoses from Rock Auto and make it a Clean Sweep.
Thanks Everyone.
Picked up 2 Goodyear Rad Hoses w/Water pump.
May order the small hoses from Rock Auto and make it a Clean Sweep.
Thanks Everyone.
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I got 221,000 miles on my OEM 92 Lexus SC400 hoses but, changing them is good insurance. Rather now than later when you're stuck in traffic or on the side of the road at dead of night. Recommend the Gates hoses. Good stuff
I got 221,000 miles on my OEM 92 Lexus SC400 hoses but, changing them is good insurance. Rather now than later when you're stuck in traffic or on the side of the road at dead of night. Recommend the Gates hoses. Good stuff
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My 1994 Honda Accord with 275,000 km is all original hoses.
My 2000 Toyota Sienna with 290,000 km are also all original.
I am a big believer in coolant changes every 2-3 years.
Knock on wood!!!
My 2000 Toyota Sienna with 290,000 km are also all original.
I am a big believer in coolant changes every 2-3 years.
Knock on wood!!!
My old 88 4Runner got near 300k with its original heater hoses and little coolant bypass hoses. After that point they all began to fail one by one. Fortunately, the little ones don't usually empty your cooling system quickly, rather they just spray and leak slowy unless they rupture. I would definitely replace old heater hoses.
WOW! surprised at how long most people go without changing the hoses...I'm at 76K and mine look brand new but was going to change them anyway. now, that I see this I may not change them until the next flush is due.
I can't recall changing a hose until the 20 year mark on any of my vehicles I've owned in the past. I've only had 1 failure (upper radiator hose). It exploded. Funny thing was, I had parked it in the driveway and was inside for at least 10 minutes before I heard it - it set the alarm off. Pretty spectacular.
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