Continental 60908 Engine Coolant Bypass Hose - Engine To Pipe or Upper

Continental 60908 Engine Coolant Bypass Hose

Continental 60908 is a molded engine coolant bypass hose built for vehicles that use a 1.500-inch inside diameter on both ends and a 31.820-inch overall length. It is formed to match the OEM configuration for a direct-fit replacement in the cooling system.

For Buick Century, Regal, LeSabre, Riviera, Skylark, and Oldsmobile Omega applications, this hose supports glycol-based coolant flow through the engine cooling circuit. The EPDM tube and cover, along with synthetic reinforcement, meet or exceed SAE 20R4EC Class D1 requirements.

Key Features

• Molded engine coolant bypass hose for OE-style routing
• 1.500-inch inside diameter at both ends
• 31.820-inch hose length
• EPDM tube and cover with synthetic reinforcement
• Built to meet or exceed SAE 20R4EC Class D1 specifications
• Exact OEM configuration for fitment accuracy

Product Details

Continental Molded 60908 is engineered for direct replacement in select GM cooling system applications. Its molded shape helps maintain the original hose path, while the EPDM construction is suited for glycol-based coolant transfer under normal engine operating conditions. This part cross-references Gates 21237 for the same application.

What It Helps Address

• Coolant leaks from a cracked or aged bypass hose
• Improper hose routing caused by a deformed original hose
• Cooling system service on vehicles with a molded upper bypass hose
• Replacement needs for Buick Century and Oldsmobile Omega cooling systems
• Fitment issues tied to incorrect hose diameter or length

Installation Notes

Verify hose routing, end diameters, and overall length before installation. This hose is listed for Fits 1975-1977 Buick Century, Upper; Fits 1975-1977 Buick Regal, Upper; Fits 1975-1976 Buick LeSabre, Upper; Fits 1975-1976 Buick Riviera, Upper; Fits 1975-1976 Buick Skylark, Upper; and Fits 1975-1976 Oldsmobile Omega, Upper. Confirm the original molded shape matches the vehicle’s cooling system layout before service.

Quality Assurance

Continental manufactures this hose to meet or exceed SAE 20R4EC Class D1 specifications, using EPDM materials and synthetic reinforcement for consistent cooling-system performance.