Lower radiator hose?
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Lower radiator hose?
2001 F250 5.4
I have a leak on the lower radiator hose that I can see drip a little when I squeeze it.
They told me I need to replace the whole hose at a cost of $100.00.
I need just a little section but from what I see there is some kind of permanent clamp on the unit holding the hoses on.
Is there any way around buying the whole unit?
I have a leak on the lower radiator hose that I can see drip a little when I squeeze it.
They told me I need to replace the whole hose at a cost of $100.00.
I need just a little section but from what I see there is some kind of permanent clamp on the unit holding the hoses on.
Is there any way around buying the whole unit?
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Usually you do have to replace a hose as a complete hose, the clamp can be tightened and loosened to clamp it to the radiator or engine block. You can get a splice kit that will have a plastic insert and two clamps, you just slice the hose at the leak (provided it is not too big) and insert the sleeve in either end. Then install the two hose clamps to bite down on the sleeve and you are good to go. Remember though, this is a temporary solution designed to get you back home. It is in no way a replacement for a decent hose.
Also something to consider, but the odds of you nicking the hose is not likely. You have to think about what caused the split. Most likely, it was due to the age of the hose and the rubber breaking down some. If this is the case, fixing the one splice will be a very short lived repair, as other splits will appear elsewhere in the hose. $100 sounds a little high, and surly you can find and order an aftermarket hose for much less, but unfortunately hose replacement is about the only way to fix this issue. Besides, would you rather spend a couple of hundred bucks for a new hose and coolant or several thousands on a new motor?
Also something to consider, but the odds of you nicking the hose is not likely. You have to think about what caused the split. Most likely, it was due to the age of the hose and the rubber breaking down some. If this is the case, fixing the one splice will be a very short lived repair, as other splits will appear elsewhere in the hose. $100 sounds a little high, and surly you can find and order an aftermarket hose for much less, but unfortunately hose replacement is about the only way to fix this issue. Besides, would you rather spend a couple of hundred bucks for a new hose and coolant or several thousands on a new motor?
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Your best bet is to replace the hose. It may be weak and leaking in one spot now, but the rest of it may be ready for failure also. Patching the one leak may just lead to further leaks in the near future, or a total hose failure, which will dump the contents of your radiator on the road in short order and leave you stranded.
Use the internet to shop around for a better price. I found it on car-stuff.com for $21.42 within 3 minutes.
Use the internet to shop around for a better price. I found it on car-stuff.com for $21.42 within 3 minutes.
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Your best bet is to replace the hose. It may be weak and leaking in one spot now, but the rest of it may be ready for failure also. Patching the one leak may just lead to further leaks in the near future, or a total hose failure, which will dump the contents of your radiator on the road in short order and leave you stranded.
Use the internet to shop around for a better price. I found it on car-stuff.com for $21.42 within 3 minutes.
Use the internet to shop around for a better price. I found it on car-stuff.com for $21.42 within 3 minutes.
Very good advice! lol
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My lower hose for my psd was $111 at my local ripoff dealer!
But I needed it asap and was pissed off because the Napa auto parts hose that was supposed to be the correct one for $40 was totally the wrong one!
And the only reason my hose went bad was because when my dealer reinstalled the engine (after replacing heads and gaskets) they didn't get the plastic protector lined up just right with the steering box and it rubbed a hole in it after 2 years.
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