{"product_id":"gates-21575-radiator-coolant-hose","title":"Gates 21575 Radiator Coolant Hose - Upper","description":"\u003ch2\u003eGates 21575 Molded Coolant Hose Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Gates 21575 molded coolant hose is an OE-style radiator coolant hose built for upper cooling system applications. Made from EPDM and formed to the correct molded shape, it helps restore proper coolant routing on select Ford, Mercury, and Lincoln vehicles.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Gates Molded Coolant Hose line is engineered for replacement applications where a direct-fit molded hose is needed, including upper radiator hose service on the Ford LTD Crown Victoria, Mercury Grand Marquis, Mercury Colony Park, Lincoln Town Car, and Ford LTD.\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 design for proper routing and fit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUpper hose application for select vehicles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOEM-quality specifications for replacement service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnd inside diameters: 1.44 in. (37 mm) and 1.5 in. (38 mm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCenterline length: 21.9 in. (556 mm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo spring, no branch, and no quick-connect fittings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eGates 21575 is a molded radiator coolant hose designed for upper cooling system use on specific Ford, Mercury, and Lincoln models. The EPDM rubber construction is suited for coolant exposure, while the molded profile helps maintain the factory-style hose path and connection points. This makes it a practical replacement when servicing an aging or damaged upper radiator hose on vehicles such as the 1987-1991 Ford LTD Crown Victoria, 1986-1991 Mercury Grand Marquis, or 1986-1990 Lincoln Town Car.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs part of the Gates Molded Coolant Hose line, this hose is built around replacement-market coverage for upper, lower, bypass, heater, and other coolant applications. Part number 21575 is also cross-referenced with Dayco 71303 for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eVehicle Fitment\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1987-1991 Ford LTD Crown Victoria, Upper; W\/O Police Pkg.; Molded Coolant Hose\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1987-1991 Mercury Colony Park, Upper; Molded Coolant Hose\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1986-1991 Mercury Grand Marquis, Upper; Molded Coolant Hose\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1983-1984 Mercury Grand Marquis, Upper; Molded Coolant Hose\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1986-1990 Lincoln Town Car, Upper; Molded Coolant Hose\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1988-1989 Mercury Grand Marquis, Upper; W\/O Police Pkg.; Molded Coolant Hose\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1986 Ford LTD, Upper; W\/O Police Pkg.; Molded Coolant Hose\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Replacement Reasons\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCracked or hardened upper radiator hose\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCoolant seepage at the hose body or ends\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCollapsed hose from age or heat cycling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePoor hose routing after previous repairs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLoss of factory-style fit on the cooling system\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify hose routing, end diameters, and centerline length before installation. Inspect hose clamps, mating necks, and nearby cooling components for wear or corrosion, and replace any damaged parts before refilling the system. Confirm the application notes for police-package exclusions where listed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eGates manufactures this molded coolant hose to OEM-quality specifications for replacement use in the cooling system. The Gates 21575 is part of a broad molded hose line intended to cover a wide range of radiator, heater, bypass, and other coolant applications.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gates","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45307246313653,"sku":"BBSC-21575","price":40.32,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/ZO_21575_Fro.jpg?v=1775145977","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/gates-21575-radiator-coolant-hose","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}