Replacing the coolant by pass hose

[Greg Jorczyk]

I am replacing my radiator hoses, in between the thermostate housing and the water pump is a small 4" hose connecting them. Looks real tight to get a new hose in place. Is it possible to replace this hose without removing the thermostate housing or water pump?



Thanks for the help



Greg

2003 Sport Trac

 

[EddieS'04]

the thermo lower housing is easier than the pump. IMO

 

[scott degroot]

Cut the old hose off then slide the new clamps over the fittings on the truck, spray inside the hose with wd-40(don't be shy here) adn then slide adn bend the hose into position...easy as that....well maybe a little harder than that but it is doable