Gates 20442 Radiator Coolant Hose - Lower or Upper

Gates 20442 Molded Coolant Hose Overview

The Gates 20442 molded coolant hose is an OE-style radiator coolant hose built from EPDM for dependable coolant routing in select classic Ford, Pontiac, Buick, Chevrolet, and Oldsmobile applications. It is shaped to match the original hose path, helping restore proper coolant flow in upper and lower cooling system positions.

Gates Molded Coolant Hose is a replacement line focused on upper, lower, bypass, heater, and other coolant applications with OEM-level fitment details. For buyers searching for a molded coolant hose for a 1980-1984 Ford F-150 upper hose or a 1966-1967 Pontiac GTO upper radiator hose, this part number is a direct match for listed applications.

Key Features

• Brand: Gates Molded Coolant Hose
• Part number: 20442
• EPDM construction for coolant-system service
• Molded shape for accurate routing
• 1.5 in. inside diameter at both ends
• 20.2 in. centerline length
• No spring and no quick-connect fittings
• Fits upper and lower coolant hose positions listed below

Detailed Product Description

The Gates 20442 radiator coolant hose is engineered for vehicles that need a formed replacement hose rather than a universal straight hose. Its molded profile helps maintain the original routing and clearance around engine components, which is important in older cooling systems where hose shape affects fitment. This part number 20442 is listed for applications including 1980-1984 Ford Bronco upper hose use, 1980-1984 Ford F-150 upper hose use, and 1966-1967 Pontiac GTO upper hose use.

This part cross-references Dayco 70996 and Dorman - HELP 41086 for the same application.

What This Hose Helps Address

• Cracked or split radiator hose material
• Coolant leaks at the hose body
• Incorrect hose routing from a previous repair
• Collapsed or misshaped molded hose sections
• Cooling system service on listed Ford, Pontiac, Buick, Chevrolet, and Oldsmobile models

Installation Notes and Fitment

• Fits 1980-1984 Ford Bronco, upper, without air conditioning; with standard cooling; molded coolant hose.
• Fits 1980-1984 Ford F-150, upper, without air conditioning; with standard cooling; molded coolant hose.
• Fits 1980-1984 Ford F-250, upper, without air conditioning; with standard cooling; molded coolant hose.
• Fits 1980-1984 Ford F-350, upper, without air conditioning; with standard cooling; molded coolant hose.
• Fits 1980-1983 Ford F-100, upper, without air conditioning; with standard cooling; molded coolant hose.
• Fits 1980-1985 Buick Skylark, lower, molded coolant hose.
• Fits 1980-1985 Chevrolet Citation, lower, molded coolant hose.
• Fits 1984-1985 Chevrolet Citation II, lower, molded coolant hose.
• Fits 1980-1984 Oldsmobile Omega, lower, molded coolant hose.
• Fits 1980-1984 Pontiac Phoenix, lower, molded coolant hose.
• Fits 1966-1967 Pontiac GTO, upper, molded coolant hose.
• Fits 1966-1967 Pontiac LeMans, upper, molded coolant hose.
• Fits 1966-1967 Pontiac Tempest, upper, molded coolant hose.
• Fits 1965 Buick LeSabre, upper, not compatible with vehicles equipped with AC; molded coolant hose.

Before installation, compare the original hose shape, end diameters, and centerline length to the replacement part. Confirm the vehicle’s cooling configuration, especially air conditioning and standard cooling notes, to ensure the correct application for your Ford F-150, Pontiac GTO, or other listed vehicle.

Quality Assurance

Gates manufactures this molded coolant hose to OEM-quality specifications for listed cooling-system applications. The formed EPDM construction and application-specific dimensions support accurate replacement on the vehicles shown above.