Designed for long life in heavy duty applications, this DaycoŽ Silicone Heater Hose is highly resistant to the deteriorating effects of oil, ozone, coolants, and coolant additives.
Features & Benefits:
This hose is made with special silicone compounds and reinforced with one ply of braided polyester yarn.
When installed properly with special silicone clamps, this hose will give up to six times longer service life than ordinary coolant hose.
Extremely flexible
Meets the requirements of SAE 20R3, Class A and has a temperature rating of -40°F (-40°C) to +350°F (+175°C).
Note: This hose is NOT suitable for fuel or oil transfer.
Signs it is Time to Replace Your Heater Hose(s)
Prevent system contamination and coolant leaks that could cause your engine to overheat by checking for these common signs of Heater 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.