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Old Oct 31, 2019
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How old a factory radiator hose would you run? How 'bout heater hoses?

When did today's "advanced super-rubber" radiator hoses debut?

I'll be examining mine tomorrow.
 
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In the south where temps are warmer and dry or extremely cold climates I would say 15 years is about if for rubber anything, moderate temps and humidity 20 years

There is no "advanced super-rubber", its called metal and it ain't real flexible, lol
Rubber or similar compounds dry out and crack, under the hood they last longer than in direct sunlight
 

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I've had my main hoses on since the truck was new in 01. I replaced all the others when I refreshed the engine due to location and accessibility while it was out of the truck.
 
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Follow-up Q's

Listings of hose manufacturers include: AC-Delco, Continental, Dayco, Gates and Motorcraft.
All ring "good" to my ear. Are their any baddies in those 5 companies? I'm leaning toward Gates.

Also, the several heater hoses and heater hose assemblies are a tad confusing. Is there a simplified list of what a particular truck has?
 
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