Radiator Hose Recommendation
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I like Gates hoses.
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+1 Gates
Yup, Gates or Napa.
Dayco usually fits better. We got away from gates due to the fitment issues lately. Any brand that is EPDM material will work fine
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I wouldve thought any modern EPDM hose these days should be of good quality. Fitment is a different story and I noticed many Gates hoses are cut to fit. For my 4Runner, the Gates hoses worked but you can definitely see that some of the premade angles were slightly off.
Gates or NAPA, for sure.
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+1 Gates
+4 Gates, Napa
+1 Gates
+4 Gates, Napa
The gates stuff I've bought made in Canada ...good stuff.
I just replaced the radiator in my 04 Sebring and decided to change the Gates hoses that I had installed in May 2011 over 110K miles ago. They still feel like new, not spongy or hard.
+ whatever the number is now for Gates.
I have always had good results with Gates hoses and belts on several vehicles. They are OEM for may manufacturers.
I have always had good results with Gates hoses and belts on several vehicles. They are OEM for may manufacturers.
Any brand name hose, it's pretty basic as it gets but +1 gates
Is there some reason why you are replacing these hoses? 2003 hoses should still be good.
A possible 14 year age could easily put anyone into the "It'll make me feel better" zone.
I am not answering for the Arkansan...just my guess.
Remember, everyone knows hoses are much better than before but NOBODY will commit to ANY estimate of lifespan.
...and we're all so smart.
This (14 years) is when I did my sister's Jeep's hoses. The old ones looked a bit dry and crispy compared to the new ones.
I'm doing my 2002 Volvo's now. Remember to do any and all. 2 radiator, 2 heater AND whatever bypass hoses might exist.
Also, do they not age from within as well? Would you inspect a 14 year old hose's inwards then REINSTALL IT? I don't think so. Kira
I am not answering for the Arkansan...just my guess.
Remember, everyone knows hoses are much better than before but NOBODY will commit to ANY estimate of lifespan.
...and we're all so smart.
This (14 years) is when I did my sister's Jeep's hoses. The old ones looked a bit dry and crispy compared to the new ones.
I'm doing my 2002 Volvo's now. Remember to do any and all. 2 radiator, 2 heater AND whatever bypass hoses might exist.
Also, do they not age from within as well? Would you inspect a 14 year old hose's inwards then REINSTALL IT? I don't think so. Kira
I use the OEM hoses on my 04 Camry V6. Exact fit and come with makers to show where the belt fits to its radiator connection.
Originally Posted By: Kira
A possible 14 year age could easily put anyone into the "It'll make me feel better" zone.
I am not answering for the Arkansan...just my guess.
Remember, everyone knows hoses are much better than before but NOBODY will commit to ANY estimate of lifespan.
...and we're all so smart.
This (14 years) is when I did my sister's Jeep's hoses. The old ones looked a bit dry and crispy compared to the new ones.
I'm doing my 2002 Volvo's now. Remember to do any and all. 2 radiator, 2 heater AND whatever bypass hoses might exist.
Also, do they not age from within as well? Would you inspect a 14 year old hose's inwards then REINSTALL IT? I don't think so. Kira
I agree. I did my trucks hoses last year when I had to replace the intake manifold. Had the coolant drained anyway, and one less thing to worry about. The old hoses (inside andout) looked and felt fine and probably could have lasted a few more years.
A possible 14 year age could easily put anyone into the "It'll make me feel better" zone.
I am not answering for the Arkansan...just my guess.
Remember, everyone knows hoses are much better than before but NOBODY will commit to ANY estimate of lifespan.
...and we're all so smart.
This (14 years) is when I did my sister's Jeep's hoses. The old ones looked a bit dry and crispy compared to the new ones.
I'm doing my 2002 Volvo's now. Remember to do any and all. 2 radiator, 2 heater AND whatever bypass hoses might exist.
Also, do they not age from within as well? Would you inspect a 14 year old hose's inwards then REINSTALL IT? I don't think so. Kira
I agree. I did my trucks hoses last year when I had to replace the intake manifold. Had the coolant drained anyway, and one less thing to worry about. The old hoses (inside andout) looked and felt fine and probably could have lasted a few more years.
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