Dayco 82081GL Radiator Coolant Hose - Lower, Lower - Pipe To Radiator or Upper

Flexible cooling hose replacement

The Dayco Flex Radiator Hose 82081GL is a radiator coolant hose for cooling-system service on select classic and heavy-duty applications. It is built for direct replacement use where a flexible hose routing is needed, including Ford Thunderbird, Chevrolet C70, and Pontiac Bonneville applications.

Key features

• Flex radiator hose construction for cooling-system routing.
• Direct replacement style for select radiator coolant hose applications.
• Fits upper and lower hose positions on listed vehicles.
• Cross-references Gates 26509 and CARQUEST 26509 for the same application.
• Dayco part number 82081GL for catalog and service matching.

Detailed description

Dayco 82081GL is a Flex Radiator Hose used in cooling-system repair where a formed hose must follow the original routing between the engine and radiator. This radiator coolant hose is listed for 1955-1957 Ford Thunderbird in upper and lower positions, 1986 Chevrolet C60 and 1986-1989 Chevrolet C70 upper applications, 1986-1989 GMC C7000 upper applications, 1988 Autocar ACL upper applications, 1988 White/GMC ACL upper applications, 1993-1994 Ford CF7000 lower pipe-to-radiator applications, and 1958 Pontiac Bonneville, Chieftain, and Super Chief lower applications without air conditioning. The Dayco 82081GL designation helps confirm the correct hose when matching service parts by catalog number.

What this part is used for

• Replacing a cracked or deteriorated radiator coolant hose.
• Restoring coolant flow between the radiator and engine.
• Addressing leaks at hose connections in the cooling system.
• Matching original hose routing on listed vehicles.
• Servicing upper, lower, and pipe-to-radiator hose locations shown in fitment.

Installation notes and tips

Verify the vehicle year, make, model, and hose position before ordering. Compare the existing hose routing, end shape, and connection points to the fitment listing for Dayco 82081GL. On 1958 Pontiac applications, the listing applies to vehicles without air conditioning. Inspect clamps, necks, and adjacent cooling-system components during replacement.

Quality assurance

Dayco supplies cooling-system hoses for service replacement applications. Use the part number 82081GL to confirm catalog match and application coverage before installation.