Upper radiator hose part number for Explorer front end and 95 5.8L (351w)

[kat]

I tried a quick search but in a jam and need the part number. Stock 1976 3 core radiator, 1995 5.8 L and 1998 Explorer Front end. I wrote it down and my notes say Gates 22392. AZ cross referenced it and gave me a Dayco 71998 and it doesn't have the right curves. I do remember I think I had to cut down the one I had in it to make it fit but this thing don't look like it will bend enough.

 

[kat]

Oh and my thermostat housing is 90 degrees/points to hood

 

[Z Bronco]

'68 GTO radiator hose is what I believe I used for my 351W with 90 degree upper inlet, I also have the explorer front end.

 

[toddz69]

'68 GTO radiator hose is what I believe I used for my 351W with 90 degree upper inlet, I also have the explorer front end.

Sometimes the GTO hose is a little wonky getting around the p/s pump and reservoir on the Explorer front dress, but will a little judicious trimming it should work ok.

Todd Z.

 

[904Bronco]

I did not find a hose that was a simple direct fit. This hose is the closest to the original Factory hose. It was a Continental product, now Goodyear as they were bought out. I buy it at Summit (CEL-60710) ($19.99) Other manufacturers are not the same.
You 180* the hose, so Rad end goes to Thermostat neck. You will have to cut it and couple it with 1 1/2" coupler (Don't use plastic) to get the angle correct. I have used this with 8 Explorer conversions, there will be some trimming needed to clear the shroud and PS Pulley.

 

[DirtDonk]

I can attest to the fact that the hose described works really well the way 904 designed and implemented it.
The added strap that’s screwed to the shroud (not shown in the picture) is a nice bonus.

 

[Z Bronco]

I realized after I posted that I have a Saginaw/Delphi pump on my Bronco with the Explorer Serpentine.

 

[rocknhorse76]

I used the stock Bronco hose. Cut and turned it with an aluminum coupler.

 

[kat]

I ordered a '69 GTO upper hose (cut to fit is what AZ listed). I saw a picture of it and it looks like it should work. My hose I have on it now I can tell I trimmed up one end of it. I like 904Bronco setup and if I have issues with it Ill go that rout.

 

[Howard2x4x4]

What about a T housing that does NOT pointup at the hood?

 

[kat]

I can attest to the fact that the hose described works really well the way 904 designed and implemented it.
The added strap that’s screwed to the shroud (not shown in the picture) is a nice bonus.

Ive looked for a strap/support for upper hose but come up with nothing. Where can I get one?

 

[toddz69]

Ive looked for a strap/support for upper hose but come up with nothing. Where can I get one?

I've used a nutsert in the shroud and an Adel clamp for the hose.

Todd Z.

 

[904Bronco]

Large black zip tie with a mounting hole at one end also works....

 

[kat]

I did not find a hose that was a simple direct fit. This hose is the closest to the original Factory hose. It was a Continental product, now Goodyear as they were bought out. I buy it at Summit (CEL-60710) ($19.99) Other manufacturers are not the same.
You 180* the hose, so Rad end goes to Thermostat neck. You will have to cut it and couple it with 1 1/2" coupler (Don't use plastic) to get the angle correct. I have used this with 8 Explorer conversions, there will be some trimming needed to clear the shroud and PS Pulley.

So, I don't like how the GTO hose looked after I installed it. I don't know if its because I have a 3 inch body lift but to many kinks and using a zip tie at the moment to hold hose away from P/S pulley. I ordered the hose from Summit and 1 1/2 OD pipe. Can you be more specific on how to cut and install? It looks like your center pipe is 4 inches long, is that about right? You mentioned Radiator end goes to neck, how can I tell when I have it in my hand? Also did you have to trim the center of hose to make it work? Or I just need to cut it once in the center and use the pipe to make up space? Do you have a estimate on where to cut the center? I understand that the ends will have to be trimmed to get it to clear but I have learned 'measure twice, cut once'. Thanks for the help

 

[DirtDonk]

Large black zip tie with a mounting hole at one end also works....

Of course, white ones work well too...
This is my '68 that Doug did a few years ago.

 

[904Bronco]

So, I don't like how the GTO hose looked after I installed it. I don't know if its because I have a 3 inch body lift but to many kinks and using a zip tie at the moment to hold hose away from P/S pulley. I ordered the hose from Summit and 1 1/2 OD pipe. Can you be more specific on how to cut and install? It looks like your center pipe is 4 inches long, is that about right? You mentioned Radiator end goes to neck, how can I tell when I have it in my hand? Also did you have to trim the center of hose to make it work? Or I just need to cut it once in the center and use the pipe to make up space? Do you have a estimate on where to cut the center? I understand that the ends will have to be trimmed to get it to clear but I have learned 'measure twice, cut once'. Thanks for the help

I wish that I could be more specific Kat, much like I did for the heater tubes and the hose I found to use.
The hose you ordered has one end that is a sharp bend (thermostat end) and the other bend is more of a sweeping bend. A factory Radiator had a longer top fitting protruding out from it.
My coupling has varied of the years for what I could find. Plastic one did not hold. I used a coupler from Summit, one from the hardware store, and one from a Hydraulic place. Was looking for a SS one... but never found one.
The short bend goes to the Rad and will need to be shortened.
The sweeping bend goes to the 90* thermostat port. It will need to be shortened as well.
You will see that there is a twist in the hose and by cutting it, using the coupling, it will eliminate that.
There is some fine fitment needed, so trim small sections off...
Major clearance issue is the PS pulley and the Serp Belt. It does move a small amount when the hose is under pressure.

Hope this Helps, Paul thanks for posting your Picture...

 

[kat]

I wish that I could be more specific Kat, much like I did for the heater tubes and the hose I found to use.
The hose you ordered has one end that is a sharp bend (thermostat end) and the other bend is more of a sweeping bend. A factory Radiator had a longer top fitting protruding out from it.
My coupling has varied of the years for what I could find. Plastic one did not hold. I used a coupler from Summit, one from the hardware store, and one from a Hydraulic place. Was looking for a SS one... but never found one.
The short bend goes to the Rad and will need to be shortened.
The sweeping bend goes to the 90* thermostat port. It will need to be shortened as well.
You will see that there is a twist in the hose and by cutting it, using the coupling, it will eliminate that.
There is some fine fitment needed, so trim small sections off...
Major clearance issue is the PS pulley and the Serp Belt. It does move a small amount when the hose is under pressure.

Hope this Helps, Paul thanks for posting your Picture...

Thank you for the info, Im sure I'll have a better idea when I got it in my hands and see what needs to be done.
Paul, what is the zip tie fastened to on the radiator shroud?

 

[DirtDonk]

Correct. Large-ish size with an eyelet in one end. Like someone mentioned previously.

 

[Oldtimer]

 

[kat]

Thanks again everyone. Went together easier than I thought. I guees with my 3 inch body lift it pulled the hose a little higher so no clamp needed. I ended up cutting my pipe 5 inches to stiffen it up as much as possible.