{"product_id":"gates-20242-radiator-coolant-hose","title":"Gates 20242 Radiator Coolant Hose - Lower or Upper","description":"\u003ch2\u003eGates Molded Coolant Hose for OE-Style Cooling Service\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Gates Molded Coolant Hose, part number 20242, is a molded radiator coolant hose built to OEM-quality specifications for cooling system service. It is formed from EPDM and sized with 1.75 in. inside diameter ends and an 11.2 in. centerline length for a direct-fit replacement in the listed applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCompatible with 1955-1957 Chevrolet Bel Air lower hose applications and 1955-1957 Pontiac Laurentian lower hose applications, this hose supports radiator coolant routing where a shaped replacement is required. Gates 20242 is also cross-referenced to Four Seasons 20242 for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand: Gates Molded Coolant Hose\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePart number: 20242\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEPDM construction for coolant-system use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMolded hose profile for shaped routing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1.75 in. inside diameter at both ends\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e11.2 in. centerline length\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo spring and no quick-connect fittings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLower radiator hose application for select Chevrolet and Pontiac vehicles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eGates Molded Coolant Hose line is engineered for upper, lower, bypass, heater, and other coolant routing needs using OE-quality specifications. For this application, the molded shape helps match the original hose path in the cooling system, which is important when replacing a lower radiator hose on a 1955-1957 Chevrolet Bel Air or a 1955-1957 Pontiac Laurentian. The EPDM material is commonly used in coolant service for its resistance to heat and coolant exposure.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Cooling System Issues It Can Address\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCracked or split lower radiator hose\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCoolant leaks at a worn hose section\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCollapsed or misshaped hose routing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRestricted coolant flow caused by hose deterioration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplacement of an aging molded hose during cooling system repair\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify hose routing, end diameters, and centerline length before installation. Inspect hose necks, clamps, and adjoining cooling system components for wear or corrosion before fitting the new hose. Confirm the hose is installed in the lower radiator position listed for the vehicle application and route it to match the original molded shape.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Gates molded coolant hose is manufactured to OEM-quality specifications for the listed fitments. Gates positions this molded hose line as a broad replacement solution for coolant applications, helping reduce the need to source the hose through an OE dealer.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gates","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45307182612661,"sku":"BBSC-20242","price":27.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/ZO_20242_Fro_45a8b7ca-cdc7-4eb3-967d-bcb0a12f272c.jpg?v=1775145872","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/gates-20242-radiator-coolant-hose","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}