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Old June 20th, 2023, 03:18 PM
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1978 Toronado thermostat housing hose?
Looking to replace the hose at the end of my Thermostat Housing on my 78 Toronado but can't find it anywhere, it must be just a regular heater hose? What size is it?

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Old June 20th, 2023, 04:20 PM
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Just take it off, measure the ID, and go to an auto parts store and buy about a 6 inch length of heater hose of that ID. Cut it to the needed length and install it.
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It's just a length of 3/4" heater hose.
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Old June 22nd, 2023, 04:43 PM
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Thanks for your replies. I ordered the Gates 3/4" 50ft hols so I can change the hose that use it in all my cars.
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Originally Posted by dennisspeaks
Thanks for your replies. I ordered the Gates 3/4" 50ft hols so I can change the hose that use it in all my cars.
Be aware that the inlet hose to the heater is 5/8". The outlet is 3/4".
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Learn something new everyday about this car, Thanks Joe
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Old June 23rd, 2023, 06:39 AM
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Originally Posted by dennisspeaks
Learn something new everyday about this car, Thanks Joe
The inlet coolant is at higher pressure, so the hose can be smaller. Also, this helped prevent incorrect hose attachment on the assembly line.
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