C-1 1959 Lower Radiator Hose

[Jimmy J.]

What is the purpose of the spring or wire coil in the botton radiator hose and what area of the hose should it be in? Thanks, Jimmy

[Wayne P.]

Re: C-1 1959 Lower Radiator Hose

Keeps it from possibly collasping. Should be between end of water pump and end of radiator, especially the bend.

[John H.]

Re: C-1 1959 Lower Radiator Hose

50's-60's hose material needed the spring to prevent collapse at highway rpm; today's hoses (including most repros) are much stronger and don't require the spring.