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Gates 20601 Radiator Coolant Hose - Lower
| Brand | Gates 20601 |
|---|---|
| Position | Lower |
| 0 | |
| Yes | |
| Branch Quantity | 0 |
| Centerline Length | 17.7 |
| Centerline Length | 450 |
| Contains Spring | No |
| End 1 Inside Diameter | 1.75 |
| End 1 Inside Diameter | 44 |
| End 2 Inside Diameter | 2 |
| End 2 Inside Diameter | 51 |
| Material | EPDM |
| Modular Hose | No |
| Molded | Yes |
| Number of Quick Connect Fittings | 0 |
| Product line | Molded Coolant Hose |
| Fits | Oldsmobile · 9 vehicles |
OEM-quality specifications. Molded coolant hose built for replacement applications.
EPDM material. Resists heat and coolant exposure in demanding systems.
Molded design. Provides a precise hose shape for easier installation.
Cross-references BENDIX PREMIUM BRAKE SHOES 559, Champion Spark Plug 550 and Champion Spark Plug 570 for the same application. See all 27.
Gates 20601 Molded Coolant Hose
Gates 20601 is a molded radiator coolant hose built for lower cooling-system routing on select Oldsmobile applications. It uses EPDM construction and OEM-style molded dimensions to match the original hose path and connection sizes.
Compatible with 1968-1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass lower hose applications, 1968-1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme lower hose applications, and 1968-1969 Oldsmobile Toronado lower hose applications, this Gates molded coolant hose supports direct replacement service for aging radiator hose assemblies.
Key Features
- Part number: 20601
- Brand line: Gates Molded Coolant Hose
- EPDM rubber construction for cooling-system use
- Molded hose shape for OE-style routing
- End 1 inside diameter: 1.75 in. (44 mm)
- End 2 inside diameter: 2 in. (51 mm)
- Centerline length: 17.7 in. (450 mm)
- No spring and no quick-connect fittings
Product Details
The Gates Molded Coolant Hose line covers upper, lower, bypass, heater, and other coolant applications with OEM-quality specifications. Gates 20601 is part of that molded hose family and is shaped to follow the factory hose path, helping maintain proper coolant routing on the vehicle. This part cross-references Four Seasons 20601 for the same application.
Common Problems This Hose Can Address
- Cracked or split lower radiator hose
- Coolant leaks at worn hose ends
- Collapsed or misshaped hose routing
- Incorrect replacement hose fitment
- Cooling-system service on aging Oldsmobile vehicles
Installation Notes and Tips
Verify the hose path, end diameters, and centerline length before installation. Match the lower hose routing to the original configuration on the vehicle, and inspect adjoining clamps, necks, and coolant connections for wear before reassembly. Confirm fitment for 1968-1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass, 1968-1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme, or 1968-1969 Oldsmobile Toronado lower applications before ordering.
Quality Assurance
Gates manufactures this molded coolant hose to OEM-quality specifications for replacement use in the cooling system. The Gates 20601 part number is supported by a broad molded hose replacement line for radiator, heater, bypass, and related coolant applications.
| Year | Make | Model | Liters | Cylinders | Fuel Type | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1970 | Oldsmobile | Cutlass | 5.7L | V8 | GAS | Lower | Molded Coolant Hose |
| 1970 | Oldsmobile | Cutlass | 7.5L | V8 | GAS | Lower | Molded Coolant Hose |
| 1970 | Oldsmobile | Cutlass Supreme | 5.7L | V8 | GAS | Lower | Molded Coolant Hose |
| 1969 | Oldsmobile | Cutlass | 5.7L | V8 | GAS | Lower | Molded Coolant Hose |
| 1969 | Oldsmobile | Cutlass Supreme | 5.7L | V8 | GAS | Lower | Molded Coolant Hose |
| 1969 | Oldsmobile | Toronado | 7.5L | V8 | GAS | Lower | Molded Coolant Hose |
| 1968 | Oldsmobile | Cutlass | 5.7L | V8 | GAS | Lower | Molded Coolant Hose |
| 1968 | Oldsmobile | Cutlass Supreme | 5.7L | V8 | GAS | Lower | Molded Coolant Hose |
| 1968 | Oldsmobile | Toronado | 7.5L | V8 | GAS | Lower | Molded Coolant Hose |
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