{"product_id":"gates-18752-hvac-heater-hose","title":"Gates 18752 HVAC Heater Hose - Heater To Engine or Heater To Intake Manifold","description":"\u003ch2\u003eGates 18752 Molded Heater Hose\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eGates 18752 is a molded heater hose built for tight engine bays where a factory-shaped coolant hose is needed for a clean, direct routing path. This Gates Molded Heater Hose uses EPDM construction and OEM-style forming to serve heater, coolant, water, and air routing needs, including marine applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEPDM construction for heater and coolant service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFactory-molded shape for smaller, tighter-fitting engine compartments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnd I.D. sizes: 16 mm (.62 in) and 19 mm (.75 in)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCenterline length: 312 mm (12.3 in)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDirect replacement style for heater-to-engine and heater-to-intake-manifold routing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGates 18752 is approved for marine applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis molded coolant hose is engineered to follow the original routing used on select Chrysler, Dodge, and Plymouth vehicles. It is a practical choice for heater hose replacement on applications such as 1990-1995 Dodge Spirit, 1991-1995 Plymouth Acclaim, and 1991-1994 Chrysler LeBaron, as well as other listed models with heater-to-engine or heater-to-intake-manifold layouts. The Gates Molded Heater Hose line focuses on OE-style fitment for compact engine compartments, and part number 18752 reflects that approach with a pre-formed profile rather than a universal straight hose.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis part cross-references Dayco 87637 and Four Seasons 63168 for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Problems This Hose Can Address\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCracked or leaking heater hose at the engine connection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncorrect hose routing in tight engine compartments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCoolant loss from aged molded rubber hose sections\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRestricted heater circuit flow caused by deteriorated hose walls\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplacement needs on heater-to-engine or heater-to-intake-manifold layouts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify the hose routing, end diameters, and centerline length before installation. This Gates 18752 hose is listed for specific Chrysler, Dodge, and Plymouth applications, including some vehicles that are not compatible with AC-equipped configurations. Match the vehicle’s heater hose path to the fitment notes before ordering, and inspect adjoining clamps, fittings, and coolant connections for wear during service.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eGates manufactures this molded heater hose as an OEM-style replacement built from EPDM material for coolant, water, and air service. The molded construction supports accurate routing in the listed applications, including select 1986-1995 Chrysler, Dodge, and Plymouth models.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gates","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45303978459317,"sku":"BBSC-18752","price":17.87,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/ZO_18752_Fro.jpg?v=1775145729","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/gates-18752-hvac-heater-hose","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}