{"product_id":"gates-21494-radiator-coolant-hose","title":"Gates 21494 Radiator Coolant Hose - Lower","description":"\u003ch2\u003eGates 21494 Molded Coolant Hose\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Gates 21494 molded coolant hose is built for lower radiator hose service on select Chevrolet and GMC trucks from 1985-1987. Made from EPDM and formed to an OEM-style shape, it supports a direct replacement for the original coolant routing on listed applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEPDM construction for coolant system durability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMolded hose profile for application-specific routing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eContains an internal spring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnd inside diameters: 1.5 in. (38 mm) and 1.75 in. (44 mm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCenterline length: 25.3 in. (643 mm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLower radiator coolant hose for listed Chevrolet and GMC fitments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eGates Molded Coolant Hose line covers upper, lower, bypass, heater, and other coolant hose applications with OEM-quality specifications. The Gates 21494 part number is part of that molded hose family and is shaped for the lower hose position on 1985-1987 Chevrolet C10, C20, K10, K20, R10, R20, V10 and GMC C1500, C2500, K1500, K2500, R1500, R2500, V1500 models. This molded coolant hose uses EPDM material and an internal spring to help maintain hose shape in cooling-system service.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis part cross-references Dayco 71285 for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat It Helps Address\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCracked or split lower radiator hose\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCoolant leaks at the hose body\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCollapsed hose shape under cooling-system vacuum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncorrect hose routing from a non-molded replacement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFitment issues on lower hose service for listed Chevrolet and GMC trucks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify the vehicle year, make, model, and lower hose position before installation. Compare the hose shape, end diameters, and centerline length to the removed part to confirm Gates 21494 matches the original routing. Inspect hose clamps, radiator necks, and engine fittings for wear or corrosion before installing the new hose.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eGates manufactures this molded coolant hose to OEM-quality specifications for the listed applications. The Gates 21494 part number is engineered as a direct replacement style hose for cooling-system service on the confirmed Chevrolet and GMC fitments.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gates","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45307241365685,"sku":"BBSC-21494","price":42.65,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/ZO_21494_Fro.jpg?v=1775145967","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/gates-21494-radiator-coolant-hose","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}