Hey all,

I need to find out if there is a molded upper rad hose that will work with my ‘61 Olds 98. Original water outlet neck, or thermostat housing, aftermarket aluminum radiator. I’ve fabricated a small piece of steel that mounts to the intake where the power steering bracket mounts to, to hold it up outta the way of the fan belt, but, I was wondering if anyone knew a model of a molded hose that works? Any tips would be great too. Thanks guys!

 

Fusick www.fusick.com had a whole line of 60s big car reproduction molded hoses. If the aftermarket radiator's hose connections are in same location as original those should fit.

 

I actually just ordered the hose. Hoping it gets here before back to the 50’s at the MN state fairgrounds June 23, 24,25! Thank you for the tip. Fusicks seems to be the place to get old parts eh?

 

Mike, Robin and Dave were supporting Oldsmobiles with quality repop parts before anyone else.

 

Is the car going to be at "Back to the 50's" ?

 

I know you already ordered it but just wanted to let you know that Dayco still shows a hose listed and my local Fisher Auto Parts had it in stock for $31

The main reason I say this is because it seems that a lot of guys automatically assume that because the car is old they wont be able to find parts through "normal" channels. You would be surprised at how much is available and usually a lot less expensive than the specialty places.

 

Show us a pic once you get it installed.