Radiator Hose Upper Sprite Midget 58 to 67

This is the upper radiator hose for a Austin Healey Sprite 1958 to 1967 and a MG Midget 1962 to 1967. with a Vertical radiator. The Vertical flow radiator has the tanks on the upper and lower part of the radiator (Top or Bottom). Replacing your radiator hoses is one way to minimize the chance of engine failure and breakdowns. A visual inspection of your hoses can help you determine the proper time to replace them. Cracks, bulges, and hardened hoses are all signs that your radiator hoses are nearing the end of their useful life. Other unseen problems can occur (electrochemical attack) in the inside of the rubber hose when sitting for prolonged periods. This is one of the most common failures now days in Classic British cars. Another sign is poor heating system performance also indicates a problem with your hoses. Heat, vibrations, and corrosion are all contributing factors that can damage radiator hoses. A coolant leak in either green, red, or yellow liquid is another warning sign of a cracked or corroded radiator hose that should be replaced. Bad hoses can cause serious engine damage through an overheating engine or catastrophic failure. Order a new set of hoses before your old hoses leave you some where you don't want to be. Cross Ref.# 496, 470-370, 470-375, GRH507, 2A2082, RH899, RH0899, AHA8726,AHA7911, AHA7981