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Old Aug 11, 2013 | 10:59 PM
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Radiator hoses?

I am planning to flush the cooling system and radiator, and install new hoses, should I use OEM or is there a better hose as far as durability and quality available?
 
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Old Aug 12, 2013 | 07:37 AM
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OEM is pretty darn good, mine are 14 years old at present & I'm about to replace them along with the heater hoses. All look ok, but they're way past due for replacement, so I'm living on the edge!!!! lol
 
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Old Aug 12, 2013 | 08:09 AM
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Thanks again pawpaw!
 
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Old Aug 12, 2013 | 09:37 AM
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Goodyear or Gates made the factory hoses, so either are good choices. The main benefit with Motorcraft hoses is that they might be made to a slightly higher quality spec, and the fitment is gonna be perfect.
 
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