For more than 40 years, Fairchild Industries has provided top quality products in extruded rubber, molded rubber, molded plastic, extruded plastic as well as elastomer solutions for customers worldwide. An ISO certified supplier of standard and custom rubber and plastic parts, Fairchild provides products which serve OEMs, auto restoration, and Tier 1 automotive suppliers.
Service Tip: Squeeze along the hose and feel for inconsistencies; replace any hose that is soft, spongy or crunchy.
Signs it is Time to Replace Your Radiator Hose(s)
Prevent system contamination and coolant leaks that could cause your engine to overheat by checking for these common signs of Radiator Hose damage / failure:
INTERNAL DAMAGE
Soft / mushy hose ends, usually about 2 inches from the clamp.
Internally Damaged Hose
LEAKAGE
Moisture, drips or coolant bleed marks on or around the hose clamps, connectors or hose.
Leaking Hose
HEAT DAMAGE
Slight swelling, or a hardened, glossy cover that is covered with cracks.
Heat Damaged Hose
OZONE DAMAGE
Tiny, parallel cracks in the cover, usually at hose bends.
Ozone Damaged Hose
ABRASION DAMAGE
Rubbing marks on, or damage to the hose cover.
Abrasion Damaged Hose
OIL CONTAMINATION
Soft or spongy to the touch - bulges and swelling are readily apparent.
Oil Contaminated Hose
Cooling System Maintenance | Tips & Tools
Without regular maintenance, cooling system components will degrade and fail prematurely, which can lead to costly engine damage. Protect your engine with simple preventative maintenance:
Completely drain and flush the system using Cooling System Flush prior to installation. Flushing the system is critical to prevent system contamination and failure.
Consider replacing the Thermostat and Radiator Cap as part of routine preventative maintenance. System contamination can cause these parts to degrade and fail over time, which can lead to severe engine damage from overheating.
Refill radiator with fresh Coolant / Antifreeze according to the volume and formula specified in your Owner's Manual. Inspect levels and condition every year.