{"product_id":"gates-18763-hvac-heater-hose","title":"Gates 18763 HVAC Heater Hose - Heater To Water Pump","description":"\u003ch2\u003eGates 18763 Molded Heater Hose Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eGates 18763 is a factory-molded HVAC heater hose built for tight engine bays and OE-style routing. It is made from EPDM and is shaped to match the heater-to-water-pump path used on select Ford Escort and Mercury Tracer applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Gates Molded Heater Hose line focuses on small I.D. coolant routing where a straight hose will not follow the original path cleanly. This molded design supports coolant, water, and air transfer, and it is also approved for marine applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFactory-molded, OE-style hose for precise routing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEPDM construction for HVAC heater hose service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmall I.D. design for tighter engine compartments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnd inside diameters: 16 mm (.62 in) and 22 mm (.85 in)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCenterline length: 597 mm (23.5 in)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDirect replacement style for heater-to-water-pump routing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Gates molded coolant hose is engineered for applications where the hose must bend around nearby components without kinking or collapsing. For 1991-1996 Ford Escort and 1991-1996 Mercury Tracer models, it serves the heater to water pump connection and follows the original molded path for a cleaner installation. If you are searching for a Ford Escort heater hose or Mercury Tracer heater hose by part number, Gates 18763 is a direct OE-style option.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis part cross-references Four Seasons 86062 and Continental 63057 for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat It Helps Address\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCracked or leaking heater hose routing at the water pump connection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCollapsed or softened hose sections from heat and age\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePoor fitment from universal straight hose replacements\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRestricted coolant flow caused by incorrect hose shape\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eService replacement needs on Ford Escort and Mercury Tracer heater circuits\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVerify the hose path against the original molded routing before installation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInspect adjoining heater and coolant connections for wear, corrosion, or residue.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConfirm end diameters and centerline length match the vehicle routing before clamping.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse the hose on the specified heater-to-water-pump position only.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eGates is known for OE-style hose construction and molded coolant routing solutions used in automotive, coolant, water, air, and marine service applications. Part number 18763 is built to match the shape and dimensions needed for the listed Ford Escort and Mercury Tracer fitments.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gates","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45303978655925,"sku":"BBSC-18763","price":28.8,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/ZO_18763_Fro.jpg?v=1775145731","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/gates-18763-hvac-heater-hose","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}