[Oklahoma]

I want to replace all my coolant hoses (radiator, heater, etc.). As far as color, I would prefer to stick with black.

Any suggestions? Anyone running the Goodyear HiMiler set? Is this a complete set (replaces everything)?

Thanks for the help.

 

[SSuspect]

I want to replace all my coolant hoses (radiator, heater, etc.). As far as color, I would prefer to stick with black.

Any suggestions? Anyone running the Goodyear HiMiler set? Is this a complete set (replaces everything)?

Thanks for the help.

Here is another thread that is in process...

http://www.impalassforum.com/vBulletin/showthread.php?t=230845

 

[Oklahoma]

SSuspect, thanks for the link. That was very helpful.

Anyone using the Samco hoses. Are they a direct replacement? Worth the money?

 

[SSuspect]

SSuspect, thanks for the link. That was very helpful.

Anyone using the Samco hoses. Are they a direct replacement? Worth the money?

Roadmonster is using them. You could send him a PM. Visible in this link:
http://www.impalassforum.com/vBulletin/showthread.php?t=229596&page=3

I believe thay are a direct fit and are very good looking...

Tim

 

[JonRobbinSS]

I have the Goodyear hi-miler hoses and they have been great.. but are blue. I have ordered the Sampco hoses in black but the place I bought them from had to have them ordered from the UK where they are made since black isn't the standard stock color for them either.. again blue. Hopefully I will have them by the end of the month.

 

[HuSSker]

SSuspect, thanks for the link. That was very helpful.

Anyone using the Samco hoses. Are they a direct replacement? Worth the money?

Yes I am, yes they are, and worth every penny.


http://www.sporthoses.com/kits/auto/chevrolet/1503

 

[Oklahoma]

Thanks. Do you just re-use your tee and the flow control valve and everything else is included?

 

[JonRobbinSS]

Thanks. Do you just re-use your tee and the flow control valve and everything else is included?

The tee is cast into the hose so no need for that. But I am planning on putting in the flow control valve.

 

[HuSSker]

Thanks. Do you just re-use your tee and the flow control valve and everything else is included?

All you need to get are the appropriate hose clamps, which are also sold on the same website. Like JonRobbinSS said, the T is part of the hose, eliminating three potential leaking points, and a piece of plastic plumbing. I didn't use the flow control valve either, as both heater hoses are 1 piece designs. I don't really see why having the flow control valve is a plus, as they are prone to breaking as well, always miles and miles from a parts store that could even spell flow control valve, let alone have one.

All I reused was the heater hose insulation sleeve (probably not needed), and the aluminum clamps that hold the heater hoses to the accessory bracket, and the cowl. I'm not 100% sure you need the aluminum retaining clamps, but for the cost of the hoses, I didn't want them rubbing up against anything they shouldn't be.

 

[RoadMonster 2.0]

Like mentioned above, you don't need the "T".

I did add a brand new restrictor, but I relocated
it near the water pump, to hide it. Also, if it
was to break on the road, one could simply remove
it and there would be enough hose to attach
to the water pump, bypassing the restrictor.

I didn't re-use the hose sleeves or attachments.
With my ceramic coated Tri-Y's, they aren't necessary.

I figured that since I was going with the best hoses
that I could do better than the factory heater hose hardware:

The heater hose brackets are nice little billet parts from Summit.

The hoses aren't gonna move anywhere, and IMO, they look great!

I highly recommend the Samco Sport hose kit.

I used stainless lined band clamps from Summit,
as they are a high quality part.

 

[HuSSker]

Like mentioned above, you don't need the "T".

I did add a brand new restrictor, but I relocated
it near the water pump, to hide it. Also, if it
was to break on the road, one could simply remove
it and there would be enough hose to attach
to the water pump, bypassing the restrictor.


The hoses aren't gonna move anywhere, and IMO, they look great!

I highly recommend the Samco Sport hose kit.

By leaving the flow restrictor out, I shouldn't have to do anything, ever.

The heater hose brackets are nice little billet parts from Summit.

VERY nice! I now know what my next mod will be.

 

[RoadMonster 2.0]

By leaving the flow restrictor out, I shouldn't have to do anything, ever.

I look at the restrictor this way:

The factory put it there for a reason.

Just my .02

 

[SSuspect]

That looks KILLER!

You guys are KILLING me! Every time I think that I am close to doing the engine swap, I find something that will cost me ANOTHER wad of cash that I need to do BEFORE I do the swap! DAMMIT!

 

[HuSSker]

I look at the restrictor this way:

The factory put it there for a reason.

Just my .02

That reason is: to restrict flow to 5 gallons/minute, to prevent heater core failure due to coolant rush at high rpms.

Sooooo.... I guess I could install the restrictor, or have my PCM reprogrammed to limit my revs to 3500 RPM.cwm4

Whaddya think?

$hit, one more thing to do before HOSSFest.

 

[RoadMonster 2.0]

I guess I could install the restrictor, or have my PCM reprogrammed to limit my revs to 3500 RPM.cwm4

Whaddya think?

, one more thing to do before HOSSFest.

Better go 2800, just to be safe...

 

[1994 SS]

My 2¢

I've been running a set of Samco Sport hoses in black for a little over a year now. Been very happy with them. Price is a factor, especially when there are cheaper options out there. But you get what you pay for, and this is immediately apparent when you receive them. Quality of construction is very good, as are the looks. Don't think I would have been happy with anything less. I don't have unlimited resources, but I try to think carefully about my choices when maintaining my car, and this was one purchase I'm glad I made.

 

[Joker96ss]

I've been running a set of Samco Sport hoses in black for a little over a year now. Been very happy with them. Price is a factor, especially when there are cheaper options out there. But you get what you pay for, and this is immediately apparent when you receive them. Quality of construction is very good, as are the looks. Don't think I would have been happy with anything less. I don't have unlimited resources, but I try to think carefully about my choices when maintaining my car, and this was one purchase I'm glad I made.

Are they the gloss black or the factory flat black color? Can you post pics?

 

[1994 SS]

Are they the gloss black or the factory flat black color? Can you post pics?

They're a gloss finish. Only got a couple of old pics. My engine bay is undergoing some changes now, but I'll post again when done.

 

[DarkSSide96]

I've been wanting a set of these hoses for a while but have been spending the money elsewhere but this is the cheapest place I've found.
I don't know of anyone that has ordered from these guys but the price is MUCH cheaper than everywhere else.

http://www.2kracing.com/Vehicle_Spe...ry2/Samco/Chevy/Impala/Radiator_Hose_Kit.html

 

[4DoorSS]

I got the Goodyear Hi-Miler's and they are ok. Just not happy with how the color has faded over the last year. Fit was good and did have to modify to get my restricter valve in there. Just picked up some 9c1 hoses that I will clean up and install the next time I change the coolant.