Gates 20875 upper radiator coolant hose for the 1973-1974 Dodge Charger V8 7.2L, the 1973-1978 Charger V8 6.6L and other vehicles carries engine coolant between the engine and the radiator.
- Specifically engineered materials resist collapse under vacuum
- Engineered to resist electrochemical degradation, the leading cause of hose failure
- Pre-shaped molded hose that seals at both connections
- EPDM tube with synthetic fiber knit reinforcement and a heat-, ozone- and chemical coolant-resistant EPDM cover
- Meets SAE 20R4 class D2 and DIN 73411 class A, except for tolerances
- Temperature range of -40 °F to +257 °F (-40 °C to +125 °C)
Quick facts
- Part: Gates 20875 radiator coolant hose
- Fits: 1973-1974 Dodge Charger V8 7.2L, the 1973-1978 Charger V8 6.6L and other vehicles
- Position: Upper
- Material: EPDM
- Condition: New
Cracks, soft or swollen spots, or coolant seepage near the ends can mean an upper hose is wearing out. With the engine cool, look the hose over first, since a clamp or the radiator neck can leak too. If the hose is the cause, this one replaces it. The engine takes a single upper hose.
Fits
It is listed for a wide range of Chrysler, Dodge, Fargo, Plymouth and Pontiac models, including the 1973-1977 Chrysler Town & Country V8 7.2L, the 1975-1977 Town & Country V8 6.6L and the 1979 Pontiac Sunbird V8 5.0L.
Specifications
Fit and size
- Position: upper
- Quantity per vehicle: 1
- Centerline length: 20.3 in (516 mm)
- Inside diameter, both ends: 1.5 in (38 mm)
Build and materials
- Material: EPDM
- Construction: molded, with synthetic fiber knit reinforcement
- Spring: none
- Condition: new
- Country of origin: United States
Installation notes
- Replace the hose clamps whenever a new coolant hose is installed.
- Not for fuel or oil transfer applications.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is this Gates 20875 hose the right upper hose for the 1973-1974 Dodge Charger V8 7.2L?
Yes. Gates 20875 is listed for the 1973-1974 Dodge Charger V8 7.2L and the 1973-1978 Charger V8 6.6L. For another car, find its year and engine in the "Vehicles it fits" section.
What is this Gates coolant hose made of?
Gates 20875 is made of EPDM. The tube is EPDM with a synthetic fiber knit reinforcement, and the EPDM outer cover resists heat, ozone and chemical coolants.
What temperatures can the Gates molded coolant hose handle?
It has a temperature range of -40 °F to +257 °F (-40 °C to +125 °C). The hose meets SAE 20R4 class D2 and DIN 73411 class A, except for tolerances.
What size are the ends on this upper radiator hose?
Gates 20875 has a 1.5 in (38 mm) inside diameter at both ends and a centerline length of 20.3 in (516 mm).
Do I need new clamps with the Gates 20875 upper hose?
Yes. Put new clamps on whenever a coolant hose like the Gates 20875 is replaced. This hose is for coolant only, not for fuel or oil transfer.
