{"product_id":"gates-18827-hvac-heater-hose","title":"Gates 18827 HVAC Heater Hose - Heater To Engine, Heater To Pipe-2 or Valve To Engine","description":"\u003ch2\u003eGates 18827 Molded Heater Hose Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Gates 18827 molded heater hose is an OEM-style coolant hose built for smaller, tighter engine compartments. Its factory-molded shape helps it route cleanly in applications where a straight hose will not follow the original path. This molded heater hose is made from EPDM and is approved for coolant, water, air, and marine use.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand: Gates Molded Heater Hose\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePart number: 18827\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEPDM construction for heater and coolant service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFactory-molded design for OE-style routing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnd I.D.: 0.62 in. \/ 16 mm at both ends\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCenterline length: 17.8 in. \/ 452 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits heater-to-engine and valve-to-engine routing applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApproved for coolant, water, air, and marine applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eGates 18827 is a molded heater hose designed for direct replacement in vehicles that use a formed hose path through a compact engine bay. The molded profile supports proper routing around nearby components, while the 0.62-inch inside diameter at both ends and 17.8-inch centerline length match the listed application dimensions. This part is a practical choice for service work on vehicles such as the Mercury Capri, Pontiac 6000, Chevrolet Celebrity, Toyota Tercel, Buick Century, Oldsmobile Cutlass Ciera, and Oldsmobile Cutlass Cruiser when the original hose follows the same molded layout.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis part cross-references Dayco 87678 and Continental 63159 for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat It Helps Fix\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCoolant leaks from a cracked or aged heater hose\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRestricted coolant flow caused by hose collapse or softening\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePoor hose routing in tight engine compartments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeat-related deterioration in molded heater hose assemblies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eService replacement for heater-to-engine and valve-to-engine hose paths\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify the hose path, end diameters, and centerline length against the original part before installation. This listing includes applications with and without air conditioning restrictions, so confirm the vehicle notes for your exact build. For fitment, use the vehicle-specific listing: Fits 1991-1994 Mercury Capri, Heater To Engine; Fits 1988-1991 Pontiac 6000, Heater To Engine; Fits 1989-1990 Chevrolet Celebrity, Heater To Engine; Fits 1989-1990 Toyota Tercel, Valve To Engine; Fits 1989 Buick Century, Heater To Engine; Fits 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass Ciera, Heater To Engine; Fits 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass Cruiser, Heater To Engine.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eGates manufactures this molded heater hose as an OE-style replacement with factory-formed routing and application-specific dimensions. The EPDM material and molded construction are selected for coolant-system service in compact engine layouts.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gates","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45307097645237,"sku":"BBSC-18827","price":29.27,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/ZO_18827_Fro_ee325b9d-b53c-495e-89c3-6e69181ef52f.jpg?v=1775145740","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/gates-18827-hvac-heater-hose","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}