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Dayco 81101 Radiator Coolant Hose - Lower, Upper or Upper - Pipe To Pipe
| Brand | Dayco 81101 |
|---|---|
| Position | Lower, Upper, and Upper - Pipe To Pipe |
| Product line | Flex Radiator Hose |
| Fits | Chevrolet, Chrysler, and Volkswagen · 6 vehicles |
Flex radiator hose. Built for coolant routing with a flexible design.
Radiator coolant hose for dependable coolant transfer.
Cross-references Atlas 518, Bowes 1206 and Chief C6410 for the same application. See all 25.
Dayco Flex Radiator Hose 81101
Dayco Flex Radiator Hose 81101 is a radiator coolant hose for select classic and utility vehicle applications. It is listed for upper and lower cooling-system routing, including pipe-to-pipe use on the 1986 Volkswagen Vanagon.
Key Features
- Brand: Dayco Flex Radiator Hose
- Part number: 81101
- Radiator coolant hose for cooling-system service
- Listed fitment includes upper, lower, and upper pipe-to-pipe positions
- Cross-reference: Gates 26410
Fitment Details
Compatible With 1986 Volkswagen Vanagon, upper - pipe to pipe; 1955-1956 Chevrolet Bel Air, upper; and 1940 Chrysler New Yorker, lower. This Dayco 81101 hose is a direct-fit option for owners searching for a Volkswagen Vanagon upper radiator hose, a Chevrolet Bel Air upper coolant hose, or a Chrysler New Yorker lower radiator hose.
The Flex Radiator Hose line from Dayco covers cooling-system hose applications where a formed replacement is needed for radiator coolant routing. Dayco 81101 is listed across multiple legacy vehicle platforms, including the Volkswagen Vanagon, Chevrolet Bel Air, and Chrysler New Yorker, making it a practical match for restoration and maintenance work where correct hose routing matters.
Common Uses
- Replacing a cracked or leaking radiator coolant hose
- Restoring proper coolant flow in the upper or lower hose circuit
- Addressing hose softening, swelling, or collapse
- Correcting coolant seepage at pipe-to-pipe connections
- Servicing aging hoses on classic Volkswagen, Chevrolet, and Chrysler vehicles
Installation Notes
Verify hose routing, position, and end connections before installation. Match the listed position exactly: 1986 Volkswagen Vanagon upper - pipe to pipe, 1955-1956 Chevrolet Bel Air upper, or 1940 Chrysler New Yorker lower. Inspect adjoining pipes, clamps, and coolant condition before returning the vehicle to service.
Quality Assurance
Dayco is a recognized aftermarket brand in belts and cooling components. Part number 81101 is cataloged with multiple interchange references, including Gates 26410, for the same application.
| Year | Make | Model | Drive Type | Liters | Cylinders | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1986 | Volkswagen | Vanagon | RWD | — | — | Upper - Pipe To Pipe | Flex Radiator Hose |
| 1956 | Chevrolet | Bel Air | — | 3.9L | L6 | Upper | Flex Radiator Hose |
| 1956 | Chevrolet | Bel Air | — | 3.8L | L6 | Upper | Flex Radiator Hose |
| 1955 | Chevrolet | Bel Air | — | 3.9L | L6 | Upper | Flex Radiator Hose |
| 1955 | Chevrolet | Bel Air | — | 3.8L | L6 | Upper | Flex Radiator Hose |
| 1940 | Chrysler | New Yorker | — | -L | -- | Lower | Flex Radiator Hose |
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