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wga · 07-29-2014, 11:33 PM

The lower right hand hose has a slight leak - and does not stop after a
half turn of the hose clamp.
The lower radiator hoses that are available -the photo is a Gates version,
are cut so that there is material on one side, and at 180 degrees there is
not as much material to insert over the radiator fitting. Sorry, I could not get a clear shot from below.
What hose(s) are available that allow more material?
I've noticed this on a few hoses from NAPA, and a Ford parts dealer as well. The NAPA hoses were worst than the Gates. Tried switching the ends, etc. I've decided to go with the worm gear drive hose clamps and scrap the stock type.

sunshine · 07-30-2014, 06:03 AM

In your picture the clamps dont look to be positioned proper .the rad. clamp looks to be back too far. the pump end of hose is not on pump far enough I would not use those clamps unless you are having car point judged SUNSHINE

gmc1941 · 07-30-2014, 07:42 AM

It almost looks like your hose is a bit short. Before taking it apart, I would double up on the clamps if you have enough room. And see if the leak stops

G.M. · 07-30-2014, 07:43 AM

If the hoses are correct it looks like the radiator is to low or the engine is to high. Also there are two mounting holes in some radiators, maybe the radiator is to far forward. G.M.

Cecil/WV · 07-30-2014, 07:47 AM

I agree with GM. That looks like a lot of curve for a semi straight hose application.

joe plumber · 07-30-2014, 07:56 AM

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Find a longer hose the same I.d.and cut it to the length you need. Might be a little tough to get on if you make it too long .There was always an offset on the bottom hoses from the late 40's to mid 50's .I have run across this several times .Get some decent clamps also .Jmo

Johnnydidd · 07-30-2014, 08:10 AM

Just put on new lower radiator hoses on my 53 vic, they measure 7 inches long, tried some Gates they were 5 1/2 inches. Baxter Ford in Lawrence, Ks has the right length. 785 842 9256.

charles in east texas · 07-30-2014, 08:27 AM

You might get by if you come off the radiator a 1/2 inch. That will give you more hose on the pump. Also move the radiator clamp closer to the radiator which will be at the end of the hose. If this does not work, call Baxter. Charles

Willit Stop · 07-30-2014, 08:31 AM

I had a similar situation with my '36. The water inlets were corroded so I replaced them with good inlets from a '35.I thought 35's and 36's were the same.They're not.Two different angles.

TomT/Williamsburg · 07-30-2014, 08:34 AM

I always put some white lithium grease on the metal and inside portion of the hose for a better water seal and the hoses come off easier when you have to remove them.

Ray Balukas · 07-30-2014, 06:22 PM

What engine and vehicle do you have here?

wga · 07-30-2014, 11:08 PM

The one in the pic. 49 / 8BA, all stock.

Ray Balukas · 07-31-2014, 03:20 AM

On my 37 panel, 60HP Radiator, 8 BA , I went to napa and matched to a hose with close bends. worked great. It almost looks about the same as you have with yours. On the Radiator outlet I had to add a pc of straight hose to fit inside the new hose due to it being smaller. The hose was 1 1/2 both ends, Napa 9183. Hope it helps Ray

07-30-2014, 06:03 AM	#2
sunshine Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: SUNSHINE MD. Posts: 318	Re: Lower radiator hoses In your picture the clamps dont look to be positioned proper .the rad. clamp looks to be back too far. the pump end of hose is not on pump far enough I would not use those clamps unless you are having car point judged SUNSHINE

07-30-2014, 07:42 AM	#3
gmc1941 Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Palatine, Il Posts: 486	Re: Lower radiator hoses It almost looks like your hose is a bit short. Before taking it apart, I would double up on the clamps if you have enough room. And see if the leak stops __________________ 1939 Fordor Deluxe 1939 Ford Coupe Std 1940 Ford pickup Nothing in life is to be feared; it is only to be understood.

07-30-2014, 07:43 AM	#4
G.M. Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Florida and Penna. Posts: 4,471	Re: Lower radiator hoses If the hoses are correct it looks like the radiator is to low or the engine is to high. Also there are two mounting holes in some radiators, maybe the radiator is to far forward. G.M. __________________ www.fordcollector.com

07-30-2014, 07:47 AM	#5
Cecil/WV Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Gerrardstown, WV Posts: 2,265	Re: Lower radiator hoses I agree with GM. That looks like a lot of curve for a semi straight hose application.

07-30-2014, 07:56 AM	#6
joe plumber Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Posts: 820	Re: Lower radiator hoses Sponsored Links (Register now to hide all advertisements) Find a longer hose the same I.d.and cut it to the length you need. Might be a little tough to get on if you make it too long .There was always an offset on the bottom hoses from the late 40's to mid 50's .I have run across this several times .Get some decent clamps also .Jmo

07-30-2014, 08:10 AM	#7
Johnnydidd Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Overland Park, Ks Posts: 559	Re: Lower radiator hoses Just put on new lower radiator hoses on my 53 vic, they measure 7 inches long, tried some Gates they were 5 1/2 inches. Baxter Ford in Lawrence, Ks has the right length. 785 842 9256.

07-30-2014, 08:27 AM	#8
charles in east texas Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Winnsboro, Texas Posts: 463	Re: Lower radiator hoses You might get by if you come off the radiator a 1/2 inch. That will give you more hose on the pump. Also move the radiator clamp closer to the radiator which will be at the end of the hose. If this does not work, call Baxter. Charles

07-30-2014, 08:31 AM	#9
Willit Stop Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: Eureka Calif. Posts: 969	Re: Lower radiator hoses I had a similar situation with my '36. The water inlets were corroded so I replaced them with good inlets from a '35.I thought 35's and 36's were the same.They're not.Two different angles.

07-30-2014, 08:34 AM	#10
TomT/Williamsburg Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Williamsburg, Virginia Posts: 2,654	Re: Lower radiator hoses I always put some white lithium grease on the metal and inside portion of the hose for a better water seal and the hoses come off easier when you have to remove them.

07-30-2014, 06:22 PM	#11
Ray Balukas Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Deerfield N.H. Posts: 294	Re: Lower radiator hoses What engine and vehicle do you have here?

07-30-2014, 11:08 PM	#12
wga Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Yorba Linda, CA Posts: 897	Re: Lower radiator hoses The one in the pic. 49 / 8BA, all stock. __________________ Henry Ford designed the flathead without the aid of a computer.

07-31-2014, 03:20 AM	#13
Ray Balukas Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Deerfield N.H. Posts: 294	Re: Lower radiator hoses On my 37 panel, 60HP Radiator, 8 BA , I went to napa and matched to a hose with close bends. worked great. It almost looks about the same as you have with yours. On the Radiator outlet I had to add a pc of straight hose to fit inside the new hose due to it being smaller. The hose was 1 1/2 both ends, Napa 9183. Hope it helps Ray