[miami]

I just finished with this project thanks to contributions and tips found here. I had a hard time to find the right (perfect fitment) hose for lower radiator. This is the best fitment so far for only $9.00 at my local Advanced Autoparts. 70848 (length code B) I hope this helps the rest of us.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/DAYCO-70848-Upper-Radiator-Hose-/310663779018?pt=Motors_Car_Truck_Parts_Accessories&hash=item48550112ca&vxp=mtr

 

[Disco Mike]

So, I have a question for you. Did you do a before and after test of your coolant system, 10 minute idle, in town driving and highway speeds, if so what were your numbers?

 

[Brit4x4]

I guess,, I would like to see it "on/installed" and pics or even vid of it in action...

 

[miami]

I live in Miami, FL. Temps around 90's now. My truck has ~ 110k miles running without a/c and always premium fuel. Before: Temps were just mid gauge position.
Yesterday, I did a short round trip thru Xpressway and idle for around 20 minutes to make sure it was running properly. I added a bottle of Water Wetter plus mix of Walmart (.64 cents a gallon) distilled water 70% and antifreeze (Autozone Peak something) 25%. No bleeding valve. I can tell my truck runs fresher now. Plus, temp is just under mid gauge without a/c. I am ready for summer. Snorkel prep on the way for hurricane season! Sorry, I have no numbers or scangauges.

 

[Disco Mike]

You never use the factory temp gauge to judge the engines temp, it hits that mark at 150 degrees and won't move to 230 plus degrees.