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Old 07-19-2012, 05:24 AM
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Hi all,

I haven't been able to locate a quality thread on this topic and our vehicles specifically, so I thought I would ask here.

In general (appreciating the fact every car is different, driven differently, etc. etc. etc.), what is the general service life that has been seen for stock radiator hoses and thermostats in the RA?


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Old 07-19-2012, 07:01 AM
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Hi all,

I haven't been able to locate a quality thread on this topic and our vehicles specifically, so I thought I would ask here.

In general (appreciating the fact every car is different, driven differently, etc. etc. etc.), what is the general service life that has been seen for stock radiator hoses and thermostats in the RA?


Thanks.
If it ain't broke don't fix it

i havent seen anything on this either. also haven't seen too many run aftermarket hoses.

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Old 07-19-2012, 07:14 AM
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If it ain't broke don't fix it
I agree.


Just trying to get a rough time frame if possible

The last car I tracked would go through hoses on average every 3 years, but the RA runs much cooler.
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Old 07-19-2012, 02:20 PM
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Im not sure but Like with any other vehicle I have I would inspect the hose when ever I perform my regular mantanance and if you notice that the hose is spongy, stretched has some corrosion, cracks or is obviously leaking dont wait just fix it.
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Old 07-20-2012, 04:13 AM
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Im not sure but Like with any other vehicle I have I would inspect the hose when ever I perform my regular mantanance and if you notice that the hose is spongy, stretched has some corrosion, cracks or is obviously leaking dont wait just fix it.
Fair enough. In the absence of any observed time lines observed by the community, I will inspect and replace as needed.
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