Green Stripe 2-Ply Straight Coolant Hose is designed for demanding heavy-duty coolant/air applications. The two-ply bias fabric construction maximizes flexibility and strength, with an advanced EPDM tube and cover that resist "cold water leaks" and remain soft and pliable, even under adverse operating conditions.
Features & Benefits:
Cover marked in 1 in. increments to facilitate approximate cut lengths, allows "custom-fit" installations
Engineered with compounds that resist electrochemical degradation
Approved for marine applications
Exceeds SAE 20R1 Type EC (Class D-1 Tube, and cover, Standard Wall)
Temperature Range: -40 Deg. F to +257 Deg. F (-40 Deg. C to +125 Deg. C)
Note: For a maintenance free connection, use PowerGrip SB clamps
Not for use with fuel or oil transfer applications
Signs it is Time to Replace Your Coolant Hose(s)
Prevent system contamination and coolant leaks that could cause your engine to overheat by checking for these common signs of Coolant 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.