Question for the 4wd owners - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

1969k10stepside · 09-17-2007, 10:06 PM

Who is still using the stock metal radiator upper hose on their 4wds?
I installed mine on the 71 yesterday..Anyone else still have their metal upper rad. hose on theirs? Just curious as to who is still using them...

71 super · 09-17-2007, 10:10 PM

One of the reasons I bought the truck- metal hose = cool, brother's truck also has original in place. I guess that makes 2 total.

Down south truckin · 09-17-2007, 10:23 PM

I'm 50% with my running 4x4s 1 with and 1 without

**special-K** · 09-17-2007, 10:25 PM

That`s the only way I`ve had them.

wibilly · 09-17-2007, 10:32 PM

i'm 2 for 2 on my runners my 3rd has no engine , tranny or rad so no need there

**jerry moss** · 09-17-2007, 10:55 PM

Both Mine Have Them Still But Since I Work In A Muffler Shop, I Also Have Stainless Ones Built Just In Case.

72armyswbtruck · 09-17-2007, 11:57 PM

Mine has the steel one too, I think that it is cool

timcos · 09-18-2007, 12:24 AM

I have it and I think it looks weird...why not all rubber?

BLAZERMAN · 09-18-2007, 12:46 AM

I'm using the metal tube on 3 out of 5 of my 4x4s, never had a problem while using them.

old man jimmy · 09-18-2007, 02:06 AM

To answer timcos (why not rubber) I order mine in late 1971 and still running same metal hose. Replaced the ends a few times. But how many rubber hoses do you know of that have lasted 35 years? I don't know why other rigs didn't come with them also, except rubber is cheaper. Also doesn't swell up when hot. Picture in case some don't know what they are. Have fun with your trucks guys.

68K20 x Drill · 09-18-2007, 03:00 AM

Yay, another part I never knew I was missing!
Looks great.

earl87gta · 09-18-2007, 04:15 AM

I had one on my k5 but not on my burb I should have swapt them out before i sold the blazer.

krue · 09-18-2007, 04:53 AM

Won't work with my serpentine setup.

**special-K** · 09-18-2007, 05:41 AM

You can replace a busted upper hose with next to any part number anywhere.Hmmm...never had to,either.I always wanted to chrome one just for cool factor.Can`t chrome rubber

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eric67m · 09-18-2007, 07:50 AM

My truck came with a cheap ribbed rubber ones. I am still looking for a solid center section at junk yards but no luck....yet. Anyone near Seattle have an extra that they want to part with for a reasonable price?

**1971K54X4** · 09-18-2007, 08:56 AM

I still use mine.

**Yukon Jack** · 09-18-2007, 11:13 AM

The darn fool who swapped in the 454 into my 69 K20 went to a regular rubber hose (oh, that'd be me) but my 70 K5 is still sporting it's original metal portion.

brianthelion02 · 09-18-2007, 02:02 PM

MIne is there,had it powder coated even!!!!!!!!I like it cause its different than all other vehicles!!!!!!!!!!

cstanley · 09-18-2007, 02:07 PM

oh yeah, still runnin' it. no need for custom part #'s if there's a rupture. just replace the rubber ends with anything the correct-ish I. D.

boundstaffpress · 09-18-2007, 05:38 PM

If I had one, I'd run it. You got one to give me?

earl87gta · 09-18-2007, 05:42 PM

I like Jerrys idea on Stainless Ones they would look cool.

Batman · 09-18-2007, 07:51 PM

Huh, I had no clue the upper hose was supposed to be metal. Mine is now rubber, I don't even have the original 3-core radiator either, switched to a newer aluminum one when the old one got plugged up.

Ace in the hole · 09-18-2007, 08:14 PM

Mine came with the truck when I bought it, so I guess I am one of the lucky ones.

jay_shy · 09-18-2007, 09:31 PM

I will be using mine when I get that far.

Jason

Blue_71 · 09-18-2007, 10:23 PM

got one from a cool board member for mine sunday

09-17-2007, 10:06 PM	#1
1969k10stepside Registered User Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: USA Posts: 21,020	Question for the 4wd owners Who is still using the stock metal radiator upper hose on their 4wds? I installed mine on the 71 yesterday..Anyone else still have their metal upper rad. hose on theirs? Just curious as to who is still using them... Last edited by 1969k10stepside; 09-17-2007 at 10:07 PM.

09-17-2007, 10:10 PM	#2
71 super Registered User Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Canton North carolina Posts: 3,078	Re: Question for the 4wd owners One of the reasons I bought the truck- metal hose = cool, brother's truck also has original in place. I guess that makes 2 total.

09-17-2007, 10:23 PM	#3
Down south truckin Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Lilburn Georgia Posts: 1,240	Re: Question for the 4wd owners I'm 50% with my running 4x4s 1 with and 1 without

09-17-2007, 10:25 PM	#4
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,863	Re: Question for the 4wd owners That`s the only way I`ve had them. __________________ "BUILDING A BETTER WAY TO SERVE THE USA"......67/72......"The New Breed" GMC '67 C1500 Wideside Super Custom SWB: 327/M22/3.42 posi.........."The '67" (project) GMC '72 K2500 Wideside Sierra Custom Camper: 350/TH350/4.10 Power-Lok..."The '72" (rolling) Tim "Don't call me a redneck. I'm a rough cut country gentleman" R.I.P. ~ East Side Low Life ~ El Jay ~ 72BLUZ ~ Fasteddie69 ~ Ron586 ~ 67ChevyRedneck ~ Grumpy Old Man ~

09-17-2007, 10:32 PM	#5
wibilly Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: northwestern wi Posts: 2,111	Re: Question for the 4wd owners i'm 2 for 2 on my runners my 3rd has no engine , tranny or rad so no need there __________________ common sense isn't so common anymore

09-17-2007, 10:55 PM	#6
jerry moss Born Psycho Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: brentwood,cal,usa Posts: 4,781	Re: Question for the 4wd owners Both Mine Have Them Still But Since I Work In A Muffler Shop, I Also Have Stainless Ones Built Just In Case. __________________ jerry moss 72 cheyenne super K20- tilt,tach,vacuum,speedwarning,buckets,shoulder belts,am/fm,tow hooks,bumper guards,toolbox,aux. fuel tank,posi front and rear,plus other goodies!!! SOLD 69 suburban K20-tilt,tach,vacuum,speedwarning,buckets,shoulder belts,am/fm,4 inch all spring lift,4 speed, 14 bolt full floater, dana 44 HD,warn winch,posi front and rear,tow hooks,plus other goodies. 73/80 chevy/gmc K20 SB400,turbo 400,205,tilt,a-c,gas hog. 77 K/5 cheyenne blazer-daily driver/beater. SON HAS IT NOW BRENTWOOD,CALIFORNIA

09-17-2007, 11:57 PM	#7
72armyswbtruck Registered User Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Idaho Posts: 4,034	Re: Question for the 4wd owners Mine has the steel one too, I think that it is cool __________________ "Remember, They can Kill You, but they can't eat You, That's against the law!!!!!!!!!"

09-18-2007, 12:24 AM	#8
timcos Chief Honcho In Charge Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Bentonville AR Posts: 970	Re: Question for the 4wd owners I have it and I think it looks weird...why not all rubber? __________________ 1992 1500 4x4 Shortbed 1984 Ford F250 Supercab Longbed 6.9L Diesel 1972 K10 Cheyenne Super Fleetside Short Bed - 350 - A/C 1971 VW SuperBeetle 1960 Wife 1984 Son 1986 Son 1989 Son Previous Trucks 1967 C10 SWB (1980-1981) 1971 C10 LWB (1998-2004)

09-18-2007, 12:46 AM	#9
BLAZERMAN Currently Blazerless Join Date: Apr 2000 Location: St. Joseph Mo. Posts: 4,826	Re: Question for the 4wd owners I'm using the metal tube on 3 out of 5 of my 4x4s, never had a problem while using them. __________________ 1972 C/30 133" W.B. C&C 1970 GMC 3500 157" W.B. single wheel C&C

09-18-2007, 02:06 AM	#10
old man jimmy Registered User Join Date: May 2007 Location: texas Posts: 329	Re: Question for the 4wd owners To answer timcos (why not rubber) I order mine in late 1971 and still running same metal hose. Replaced the ends a few times. But how many rubber hoses do you know of that have lasted 35 years? I don't know why other rigs didn't come with them also, except rubber is cheaper. Also doesn't swell up when hot. Picture in case some don't know what they are. Have fun with your trucks guys. Attached Images

09-18-2007, 03:00 AM	#11
68K20 x Drill Registered User Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Freedom CA Posts: 488	Re: Question for the 4wd owners Yay, another part I never knew I was missing! Looks great. __________________ 68 Chevrolet k20 Longbed 350 SM465/205, Dana 44, 14bolt, Power steering, Power Disk Brakes, 35" BFGs. 84 Chevrolet Suburban K20 6.2 Banks turbo TH400/NP208 Now with G80 68 GMC C20 Parts? Truck And a few cars

09-18-2007, 04:15 AM	#12
earl87gta Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Kingsport TN Posts: 4,641	Re: Question for the 4wd owners I had one on my k5 but not on my burb I should have swapt them out before i sold the blazer. __________________ Earl 68 2500 4x4 GMC Burb

09-18-2007, 04:53 AM	#13
krue Designated A-hole! Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: South Mississippi Posts: 36,450	Re: Question for the 4wd owners Won't work with my serpentine setup. __________________ "If it ain't broke, fix it 'til it is!" Being stupid ain't illegal. We're Still Debt Free Except for the House!!! www.daveramsey.com 70 GMC SWB Stepside project "Green Booger" soon to be 6.0l/4l80e 93 S-10 "Poppaw's Truck"

09-18-2007, 05:41 AM	#14
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,863	Re: Question for the 4wd owners You can replace a busted upper hose with next to any part number anywhere.Hmmm...never had to,either.I always wanted to chrome one just for cool factor.Can`t chrome rubber. __________________ "BUILDING A BETTER WAY TO SERVE THE USA"......67/72......"The New Breed" GMC '67 C1500 Wideside Super Custom SWB: 327/M22/3.42 posi.........."The '67" (project) GMC '72 K2500 Wideside Sierra Custom Camper: 350/TH350/4.10 Power-Lok..."The '72" (rolling) Tim "Don't call me a redneck. I'm a rough cut country gentleman" R.I.P. ~ East Side Low Life ~ El Jay ~ 72BLUZ ~ Fasteddie69 ~ Ron586 ~ 67ChevyRedneck ~ Grumpy Old Man ~

09-18-2007, 07:50 AM	#15
eric67m Registered User Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Monroe, WA Posts: 298	Re: Question for the 4wd owners My truck came with a cheap ribbed rubber ones. I am still looking for a solid center section at junk yards but no luck....yet. Anyone near Seattle have an extra that they want to part with for a reasonable price? __________________ 67 K10, lwb, fleetside, 327, 4spd, 205, cab and 3/4 frame swap, 14 bolt, big window, and a "rustoleum roll job"



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09-18-2007, 08:56 AM	#16
1971K54X4 Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Manchester, Iowa Posts: 1,493	Re: Question for the 4wd owners I still use mine. __________________ Korey 1955 Bel Air 2 door hardtop 1971 Blazer 4x4 1973 Z-28 Prostreet

09-18-2007, 11:13 AM	#17
Yukon Jack Post Whore Join Date: Feb 2000 Location: Rose Hill, KS, USA Posts: 12,683	Re: Question for the 4wd owners The darn fool who swapped in the 454 into my 69 K20 went to a regular rubber hose (oh, that'd be me) but my 70 K5 is still sporting it's original metal portion. __________________ 1970 Blazer with a 400 sbc and 4" lift 1980 Pontiac Trans Am, 455 Oldsmobile 2012 Kawasaki Concours 14

09-18-2007, 02:02 PM	#18
brianthelion02 Overdrive club Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: apache junction, arizona Posts: 819	Re: Question for the 4wd owners MIne is there,had it powder coated even!!!!!!!!I like it cause its different than all other vehicles!!!!!!!!!! __________________ 1971 c-10 1951 3100 chevy 1970 chevy c-30 Sold! Last edited by brianthelion02; 09-18-2007 at 02:02 PM.

09-18-2007, 02:07 PM	#19
cstanley Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Austin, TX Posts: 1,229	Re: Question for the 4wd owners oh yeah, still runnin' it. no need for custom part #'s if there's a rupture. just replace the rubber ends with anything the correct-ish I. D. __________________ "Anybody who would paint his truck like this, would go to a minister's funeral dressed in feathers!" - Big Enis Burdett '72 Blazer Restoration Blog: http://sportchicken.blogspot.com/

09-18-2007, 05:38 PM	#20
boundstaffpress Jamie Hyneman is my twin Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: La Junta, Colorado Posts: 705	Re: Question for the 4wd owners If I had one, I'd run it. You got one to give me? __________________ Justin SOLD 1967 K10 Fleetside, 283, Front and Rear Posi SOLD Color Wiring Diagrams Now in High Resolution V8 and Cab and Cab and Chassis

09-18-2007, 05:42 PM	#21
earl87gta Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Kingsport TN Posts: 4,641	Re: Question for the 4wd owners I like Jerrys idea on Stainless Ones they would look cool. __________________ Earl 68 2500 4x4 GMC Burb

09-18-2007, 07:51 PM	#22
Batman Registered User Join Date: May 2007 Location: Central IL, USA Posts: 51	Re: Question for the 4wd owners Huh, I had no clue the upper hose was supposed to be metal. Mine is now rubber, I don't even have the original 3-core radiator either, switched to a newer aluminum one when the old one got plugged up. __________________ 1972 GMC K1500 350 V-eight TH350 4x4.

09-18-2007, 08:14 PM	#23
Ace in the hole Registered User Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Kalamazoo, Michigan, USA Posts: 538	Re: Question for the 4wd owners Mine came with the truck when I bought it, so I guess I am one of the lucky ones. __________________ 1970 K20, 350--- SOLD 05 silverado extended cab short box- duramax Jeep wrangler unlimited

09-18-2007, 09:31 PM	#24
jay_shy SWB 4X4 CLUB Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: PA Posts: 1,088	Re: Question for the 4wd owners I will be using mine when I get that far. Jason

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