When to replace hoses?
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Racer
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When to replace hoses?
RE: 2000 FRC with 75K miles
My coolant tank needs replacing (cracked nipple causing minor leak) so I figure I might want to replace the hoses too. Any particular brand I should look at? Any other hoses to consider replacing while I'm at it?
My coolant tank needs replacing (cracked nipple causing minor leak) so I figure I might want to replace the hoses too. Any particular brand I should look at? Any other hoses to consider replacing while I'm at it?
Melting Slicks
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I went with OEM AC Delco hoses. I also bypassed the throttle body cooling hoses while I was at it.
If I had to do it again I probably go with a silicone hose set although they cost a lot more.
When I was still working I managed a large fleet of mining equipment. We converted all our smaller vehicles to silicone hoses and had great success with them.
Good luck with your repair.
If I had to do it again I probably go with a silicone hose set although they cost a lot more.
When I was still working I managed a large fleet of mining equipment. We converted all our smaller vehicles to silicone hoses and had great success with them.
Good luck with your repair.
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I agree - check all the hoses carefully and replace as needed. A complete set of OEM hoses (cooling and heating) runs about $300 from a dealer.
