VIDEO: Internal Hose Degradation From Coolant
Andrew Markel discusses coolant hoses, and how electricity flowing through the coolant can lead to the inner hose liner breaking down and failing. Sponsored by Dayco.
VIDEO: Installing Spring-Type Hose Clamps
Andrew Markel discusses the installation and longevity of spring-type hose clamps, and how they keep a hose connection sealed up to 200,000 miles. Sponsored by Dayco.
VIDEO: Engine Efficiency Brings More Hoses
Andrew Markel discusses hoses and the necessity for several of them to route fluids to all parts of the vehicle due to the growing efficiency of engines. Sponsored by Dayco.
Lang Tools Introduces 3-Piece Hose Pinch Plier Set
The pliers come in small, medium and large size for all your hose pinch off needs and are designed with a self-locking feature that holds after pressure is applied.
Matco Tools Offers 7″ Hose Clamp Pliers
Matco Tools introduces the 7” Hose Clamp Pliers (PHC7). The hose clamp pliers feature a push-button adjustment with 15 adjustment positions. The slim head design fits well into confined spaces. The pliers also feature non-slip plastic coated handles and serrated jaws behind the tips to loosen corroded hoses without harming the item being compressed. For
Dorman Introduces Aluminum Heater Hose Repair Kit
Dorman HVAC Heater Hose Connectors are made to resist brittleness, cracking and coolant leaks. The hose is designed to withstand extreme temperatures from the engine’s coolant for long-lasting durability. Additionally, the Y-connector material is upgraded from plastic to aluminum to prolong the service life of the part.
ÜRO Parts Introduces Lower Radiator Hose For BMW 3-Series
ÜRO Parts’ lower radiator hose for BMW 3-Series cars is manufactured to the same dimensions as OE and utilizes actual OEM quick-connectors from ContiTech and NORMA Group.
Ford Motor Co. Rotunda Approves CPS Automotive Dual Purpose, Single Hose Diagnostic Smoke Machine
The Rotunda unit features “STAR Inside” technology so it can use air or nitrogen for safer EVAP testing.
Gates Offers New Retractable Air Hose Reels
Gates presents two variations of the Retractable Air Hose Reel, the result of extensive customer feedback. The first is a multi-use, fully enclosed automatic reel that allows the hose to be reeled out and stopped or rewound at any point. Its gradual return feature ensures no uncontrolled rewind. The second is an indoor/outdoor heavy-duty reel
Reelcraft Offers Spring Retractable High Capacity Hose Reels
Reelcraft’s new Series G9000 hose reels are designed to be compact and allow for longer lengths of larger diameter hose. The redesigned gooseneck can be removed from the reel for easier hose attachment.
