Question on install silicone radiator hoses?

TexasChuck · 01-30-2014, 07:13 PM

Well, I hate to admitted it , BUT, while heating the end of the upper hose for the third time, the side of the hose came in contact with the steel pan, and burned a hole thru the side. So.... Ruined the top hose. I used the bottom hose on the top, ( it does fit over the engine nipple ). Cut the length to fit. Seems to be okay. Not "form fitted", but no kinks and looks okay . I am a little concerned about heat issues and break down, since it is not "the form fitted hose", so I'd like some input on that.
Thanks

chops · 01-31-2014, 01:25 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TexasChuck

Well, I hate to admitted it , BUT, while heating the end of the upper hose for the third time, the side of the hose came in contact with the steel pan, and burned a hole thru the side. So.... Ruined the top hose. I used the bottom hose on the top, ( it does fit over the engine nipple ). Cut the length to fit. Seems to be okay. Not "form fitted", but no kinks and looks okay . I am a little concerned about heat issues and break down, since it is not "the form fitted hose", so I'd like some input on that.
Thanks

id shoot the Z1 guys a call/email or PM. its unacceptable for silicone radiator hoses to not fit perfectly. they are so simple to mold and form, no one should get them wrong!!

01-30-2014, 07:13 PM	#1 (permalink)
TexasChuck Track Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: SE Texas Posts: 556 Drives: 2014 Black Cherry Co Rep Power: 14	Post Well, I hate to admitted it , BUT, while heating the end of the upper hose for the third time, the side of the hose came in contact with the steel pan, and burned a hole thru the side. So.... Ruined the top hose. I used the bottom hose on the top, ( it does fit over the engine nipple ). Cut the length to fit. Seems to be okay. Not "form fitted", but no kinks and looks okay . I am a little concerned about heat issues and break down, since it is not "the form fitted hose", so I'd like some input on that. Thanks

Similar Threads
Thread	Thread Starter	Forum	Replies	Last Post
Z1 Silicone Radiator Hoses - RED, BLUE and BLACK	Dustin@Z1	Drivetrain/Engine	19	01-21-2015 10:33 AM
[FOR SALE] Z1 silicone hoses including upper radiator hose	simota1	Parts for sale (Private Classifieds)	19	07-25-2013 04:12 PM
Free Mishimoto Silicone Radiator Hoses: KamiSpeed Sweepstakes	KamiSpeed	Kami Speed	31	02-29-2012 02:35 PM