{"product_id":"dayco-72904-radiator-coolant-hose-upper","title":"Dayco 72904 Radiator Coolant Hose - Upper","description":"\u003ch2\u003eCurved Upper Radiator Hose for Ram Trucks\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eReplace a worn or leaking cooling line with the Dayco Curved Radiator Hose, Part Number 72904. This upper radiator coolant hose is built for select Ram 2500 and Ram 3500 applications and is shaped to follow the factory routing for a clean, direct replacement.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDayco Curved Radiator Hose, Part Number 72904\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUpper radiator coolant hose for select Ram 2500 and Ram 3500 trucks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEPDM construction with black finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDual I.D. hose design with 1 3\/4 in. inside diameter at both ends\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOutside diameter: 2 5\/32 in. at both ends\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuilt to SAE J20R4 Class D-1 and SAE J1684 Type EC specifications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTrunk height: 20 1\/2 in.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Dayco 72904 is a curved radiator hose made from EPDM, a material commonly used in cooling system service for its resistance to heat and coolant exposure. Its dual I.D. hose design and matched end diameters help it align with the original upper hose routing on compatible Ram trucks. This part number, 72904, is listed for 2011-2012 Ram 2500 and Ram 3500, as well as 2015-2018 Ram 2500 and Ram 3500 upper radiator hose applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDayco’s Curved Radiator Hose line focuses on replacement hoses shaped for specific cooling system layouts, helping maintain proper hose routing in vehicles where a straight hose would not match the factory path. For Ram 2500 and Ram 3500 owners searching for an upper radiator hose replacement, Dayco 72904 provides a direct-fit option for the listed model years.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Cooling System Issues\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUpper radiator hose cracking or splitting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCoolant seepage at the hose connection points\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoft, swollen, or heat-aged hose material\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncorrect hose shape after prior repair work\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLoss of cooling system integrity from a worn coolant hose\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify the hose end diameters and routing before installation. This upper hose is specified for Ram 2500 and Ram 3500 applications listed above, so confirm year, model, and position match your vehicle before service. Inspect clamps, necks, and adjacent cooling components for wear or corrosion during replacement.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Dayco radiator coolant hose is manufactured to SAE J20R4 Class D-1 and SAE J1684 Type EC standards for cooling system hose applications. Part Number 72904 is an OE-style replacement for the listed Ram truck fitments.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dayco","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52412236071093,"sku":"BCWL-72904","price":40.02,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/DY_72904_Fro.jpg?v=1777786388","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dayco-72904-radiator-coolant-hose-upper","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}