Gates 361420 Power Steering Pressure Line Hose Assembly - Pump End

Gates 361420 Pressure Line Assembly

The Gates 361420 pressure line assembly is a power steering pressure hose built for pump-to-rack/gear box routing. It is made for OE-style service on select Ford Mustang and Mercury Cougar applications, with a hose construction that exceeds SAE J188 specifications and an OE performance rating.

Gates Pressure Line Assembly products are built for direct-fit steering service, with attention to hose routing, tube construction, and end connections for a clean replacement on the vehicle.

Key Features

• Power steering pressure line hose assembly for pump to rack/gear box routing
• Length: 25.375 in.
• End 1: Female SAE, 0.375 in. diameter
• End 2: Male SAE, 0.375 in. diameter
• Crimped sleeve material: anti-corrosion steel
• Steel tube material: zinc single wall steel
• Rubber hose standard exceeds SAE J188 specifications
• OE performance rating for service replacement use
• No mounting brackets, bracket bushings, copper washers, heat sleeves, rubber mounts, or switch port included

Detailed Description

Gates 361420 is a power steering pressure line hose assembly engineered for pressure-side steering fluid transfer between the pump and the rack or gear box. The assembly uses a female SAE end on one side and a male SAE end on the other, both measuring 0.375 in., with a 25.375 in. overall length for the specified routing. Its zinc single wall steel tube and anti-corrosion steel crimped sleeve support durable underhood service, while the rubber hose construction exceeds SAE J188 specifications for pressure line applications.

This part cross-references Four Seasons 14093 for the same application. It is a direct replacement choice for 1969-1970 Ford Mustang and 1969 Mercury Cougar steering systems, including 1969 Ford Mustang pump end applications without a cooler. If you are searching for a power steering pressure line hose assembly for 1969-1970 Ford Mustang or 1969 Mercury Cougar, Gates 361420 is built to match the listed fitment and connection style.

What It Helps Fix

• Power steering fluid leaks at the pressure line
• Cracked or deteriorated hose material
• Corroded or damaged steel tube sections
• Loose or worn end connections at the pump or gear box
• Loss of steering assist caused by pressure line failure

Installation Notes and Tips

Install Gates 361420 on the confirmed pump-to-rack/gear box route only. Verify end style, tube length, and diameter before installation, and inspect the mating fittings for wear or corrosion. For 1969 Ford Mustang pump end applications, note the listed no-cooler configuration. Properly route the line away from heat and moving components, and bleed the power steering system after installation.

Quality Assurance

This Gates pressure line assembly is built to OE performance expectations and uses hose material that exceeds SAE J188 specifications. It is intended for direct replacement service on the listed Ford Mustang and Mercury Cougar applications.