Upper Radiator Hose # 454 w/serpentine belt? - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

Motorhead-47 · 03-05-2014, 10:59 PM

I have a crate GM 454 Gen VI with the serpentine belt system in my 67' and I am hoping someone has "been there done that" and can give me a part number for a molded upper radiator hose that gives adequate clearance around the alternator and serpentine belt. What I have in there now works but has just slightly more than a gnat's azz of clearance. I think it is just a matter of time until something rubs.

Anyone?

diggerbob · 03-05-2014, 11:17 PM

I had a similar issue. I couldn't find a good fitting hose because the angles were wrong. I got a aluminum thermostat housing that swiveled. It gave me a few more options on hoses. Here is an example http://www.jegs.com/i/Billet-Special...90220/10002/-1

Lee H · 03-06-2014, 10:08 AM

I used a 45 degree swivel thermostat housing and the stock hose. Just takes a slight twist to get the hose to clear the belt.

Motorhead-47 · 03-06-2014, 11:37 AM

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Originally Posted by Lee H

I used a 45 degree swivel thermostat housing and the stock hose. Just takes a slight twist to get the hose to clear the belt.

"Stock hose" for what application?

Motorhead-47 · 03-06-2014, 11:49 AM

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Originally Posted by diggerbob

I had a similar issue. I couldn't find a good fitting hose because the angles were wrong. I got a aluminum thermostat housing that swiveled. It gave me a few more options on hoses. Here is an example http://www.jegs.com/i/Billet-Special...90220/10002/-1

What hose # did you end up with? Do you have any photos of the routing maybe?

*Fitz* · 03-06-2014, 12:01 PM

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Originally Posted by Motorhead-47

I have a crate GM 454 Gen VI with the serpentine belt system in my 67' and I am hoping someone has "been there done that" and can give me a part number for a molded upper radiator hose that gives adequate clearance around the alternator and serpentine belt. What I have in there now works but has just slightly more than a gnat's azz of clearance. I think it is just a matter of time until something rubs.

Anyone?

Been there done that with a 90 degree bend in 1-1/2 stainless, two silicon tube elbows and a swivel thermostat housing.

Motorhead-47 · 03-06-2014, 12:09 PM

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Originally Posted by Fitz

Been there done that with a 90 degree bend in 1-1/2 stainless, two silicon tube elbows and a swivel thermostat housing.

Good idea but I am trying to keep the underhood look somewhat "stock-ish" if you will and wanted to stay with a molded rubber hose.

*Fitz* · 03-06-2014, 12:24 PM

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Originally Posted by Motorhead-47

Good idea but I am trying to keep the underhood look somewhat "stock-ish" if you will and wanted to stay with a molded rubber hose.

You'll have an easier time finding chicken lips.

Motorhead-47 · 03-06-2014, 12:29 PM

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Originally Posted by Fitz

You'll have an easier time finding chicken lips.

That is why I came to the forum with the question...I have found lots of "chicken lips" in the search!

**kwmech** · 03-06-2014, 02:23 PM

Not sure, but what about a t-stat housing off of an LS engine say an '02 with the hose that wraps around behind. (originally the ac on an LS)

jeh · 03-06-2014, 08:50 PM

I'm not sure it's going to stay this way but this is what I put on mine.

Motorhead-47 · 03-06-2014, 10:24 PM

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Originally Posted by jeh

I'm not sure it's going to stay this way but this is what I put on mine.

Very nice

03-05-2014, 10:59 PM	#1
Motorhead-47 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2013 Location: Niceville, Florida Posts: 45	Upper Radiator Hose # 454 w/serpentine belt? I have a crate GM 454 Gen VI with the serpentine belt system in my 67' and I am hoping someone has "been there done that" and can give me a part number for a molded upper radiator hose that gives adequate clearance around the alternator and serpentine belt. What I have in there now works but has just slightly more than a gnat's azz of clearance. I think it is just a matter of time until something rubs. Anyone? __________________ 1967 Shortbed Stepside - GM Crate 454HO 425HP/500 lb-ft, long tube Hedman ceramic coated headers, serpentine belt drive, Built 700R4, 12 bolt 3.42 with Eaton posi, 4 wheel disc brakes, OldAir A/C. 69' Corvette Lemans Blue. Painless Wiring Harness. Everything from the ground up is either new or rebuilt!

03-05-2014, 11:17 PM	#2
diggerbob Registered User Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Bartlett, TN (near Memphis) Posts: 202	Re: Upper Radiator Hose # 454 w/serpentine belt? I had a similar issue. I couldn't find a good fitting hose because the angles were wrong. I got a aluminum thermostat housing that swiveled. It gave me a few more options on hoses. Here is an example http://www.jegs.com/i/Billet-Special...90220/10002/-1

03-06-2014, 10:08 AM	#3
Lee H Registered User Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Upland Ca Posts: 4,147	Re: Upper Radiator Hose # 454 w/serpentine belt? I used a 45 degree swivel thermostat housing and the stock hose. Just takes a slight twist to get the hose to clear the belt. __________________ 1972 C10 SWB, Air, PS, PB, 350/350THM. Second owner. 1965 Corvette roadster, 44K miles, 327/365 SHP, 4 speed, side exhaust, knockoffs, teak, second owner (bought in 1970), Have ALL numbers matching components. My frame off restoration thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=556703

03-06-2014, 02:23 PM	#10
kwmech Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Colfax-California Posts: 8,628	Re: Upper Radiator Hose # 454 w/serpentine belt? Not sure, but what about a t-stat housing off of an LS engine say an '02 with the hose that wraps around behind. (originally the ac on an LS)

03-06-2014, 08:50 PM	#11
jeh Registered User Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: sutton WV Posts: 1,822	Re: Upper Radiator Hose # 454 w/serpentine belt? I'm not sure it's going to stay this way but this is what I put on mine. Attached Images __________________ Jason '70 C-10 short fleet 427BB TH400 (SOLD) '10 Ford F 350 '13 Ford RAPTOR 6.2 MY BUILD THREAD http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...d.php?t=612623



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