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Old Mar 8, 2007 | 11:06 AM
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I am trying to locate a new lower radiator hose for my '79. I am specifically looking for the hose that has the spring inside of it to prevent the hose from collapsing. The suppliers I find do not specify if the spring is included or not.
Anyone got any leads on this hose or where I can find a spring to put inside of my hose?
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Old Mar 8, 2007 | 11:24 AM
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Call them. The correct hose comes with the spring. A quality hose will always come with it. IE, GM or Gates.
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Old Mar 8, 2007 | 12:01 PM
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Call your local Chevy dealer. They should be able to help.

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Old Mar 8, 2007 | 12:58 PM
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Pulled my old spring out put in new hose no problem spring still strong.
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Old Mar 8, 2007 | 09:07 PM
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I've seen Tom Dewitt post on this exact question. His hoses all have the spring in them.
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Old Mar 8, 2007 | 09:36 PM
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Gates Hoses will have the spring in the lower hose. You can purchase it at any quality parts store
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